Tag: Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch

Gulf Grouper Group Gropes for Stable Sustainable Quota

Gulf Grouper Group Gropes for Stable Sustainable Quota

The popularity of grouper in both recreational and commercial fishing sectors is leading to a showdown between the commercial and recreational fisherman.

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Midwest Supermarket Chain Commits to Responsible Seafood Sourcing

Midwest Supermarket Chain Commits to Responsible Seafood Sourcing

Hy-Vee, one of the largest grocery chains in the Midwest, has announced the addition of a Responsible Sourcing Commitment to its comprehensive Seafood Procurement Policy.

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House Releases Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act

House Releases Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act

The House Natural Resources Committee proposal, the ‘‘Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act’’ amends and repeals many of the provisions of the current Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act.

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Karen Profita Named as New Louisiana Seafood Board Executive Director

Karen Profita Named as New Louisiana Seafood Board Executive Director

Karen Profita, a Baton Rouge radio show host and former President and CEO of the Baton Rogue Capital Area United Way, has joined the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board as the new executive director.

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New Share the Gulf Coalition Seeks Fairness for Gulf Commercial Fishermen

New Share the Gulf Coalition Seeks Fairness for Gulf Commercial Fishermen

More than 130 chefs, restaurant owners, fishermen, seafood industry leaders and conservationists have come together to form a coalition to raise awareness and support for fishermen, restaurants, retail, consumers and tourism depending on fair access to fresh Gulf seafood.

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