Fishing Industry News

Minister McConalogue reveals proposed BAR spend on Irish fisheries
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue TD, has revealed what he …
SFPO leader criticises Swedish Government over Offshore Wind Permits
The Swedish Fishermen’s Producer Organisation (SFPO) has criticised plans by the Swedish …
Celebrate Sustainable Seafood this National Fish and Chip Day
Fryday 02 June marks National Fish and Chip Day in the UK – an annual celebration of Britain’s …
Ryan announces appointments to the Marine Casualty Investigation Board
Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan has announced the appointments of Mr John Carlton, Ms …
SFPA and MMO Collaborate on Advanced Species Identification Technologies
The Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) is pleased to announce its partnership with the …
Address €28m Loss to Irish Pelagic Sector urges IFPO Chief
The Irish Fish Producers Organisation has issued a call for urgent funding for the pelagic sector, …
Marine Institute launches new five-year strategy
Marine Institute launches new five-year strategy to tackle national and EU policy goals in …
Cork Skipper to star in Faraway Fields – The Hardest Harvest
Cork skipper, John Walsh will star in the next series of Faraway Fields – The Hardest Harvest, …
Offshore Wind Projects ‘Another Environmental Failure’ Conference Hears
Yesterday, Wednesday 24 May 2023, MEP François-Xavier Bellamy (FR-EPP group) and MEP Ana …
Poole clam and cockle season celebrates re-opening with sustainability success story
The clam and cockle season re-opens today, Thursday 25 May, in Poole Harbour, showcasing one of the …
NSAC offers Commission Advice on North Sea MAP
The North Sea Advisory Council (NSAC) has submitted its advice to the EU Commission for a …
Devon & Severn IFCA begins Berried Lobster Seasonality Surveys
Devon and Severn Inshore Fisheries Conservation Authority Officers have begun surveys on board …
HPMA Plans Devastating to Scotland’s Coastal Communities
Highly Protected Marine Areas or HPMAs have become a hot topic in Scottish politics as …