How ocean warming and acidification affect the life cycle of six commercial sea urchin species
A summary of the literature focusing on the impacts of ocean warming and acidification on life stages of commercially relevant sea urchin species.
DFO and First Nations to pool data to inform commercial lobster fishing decisions in Gaspé
Collected data will be used to assess if stocks in Gaspé can support more commercial lobster fishing while ensuring conservation.
Study: Ocean warming is driving wild Pacific salmon into Canadian Arctic
Ocean warming is increasing Pacific salmon in the Canadian Arctic, indicating that climate change is expanding their habitat.
FishChoice adds octopus to list of curated seafood options
FishChoice’s addition of octopus reflects the rising demand for sustainable seafood and industry efforts to manage fisheries responsibly.
IOTC adopts ‘ambitious and stringent’ management framework for drifting FADs
IOTC resolution bans the use of fully non-biodegradable drifting fish aggregating devices and takes other fishery management measures.
Key fisheries performance declines for sixth year, industry urged to act
The SFP 2023 Reduction Report shows a continued drop in fisheries performance, highlighting the need for improved fisheries management.
How can population genomics help prevent overfishing?
A new five-step plan explains how fisheries can use population genomics to reveal key details, like fish spawning and migration.
New fish aggregating device aims to reduce marine waste in tropical tuna fisheries
Trials are underway to validate a new fish aggregation device that is biodegradable, floating and submersible.
UK government embraces high-tech solution to safeguard fish stocks in English waters
Once operational, the UK plans to make Remote Electronic Monitoring technology mandatory for all vessels in five priority fisheries.
Defining and monitoring destructive fishing represents a new era in fisheries policy
Thanks to a new multistakeholder framework, researchers are a step closer to better understanding destructive fishing and addressing its impacts.
Seasonality, distribution and harvest trends of Crevalle jack in the Gulf of Mexico
Research provides important population trends for Crevalle jack in Texas waters, informing future fisheries management strategies for the species.
Guide shows commercial tuna fishers how to build net-free, biodegradable fish aggregating devices
A new net-free, nearly 100 percent biodegradable design for fish aggregating devices could help minimize the impact of commercial tuna fishing.
Spawning patterns and recommendations for improved management of southern red snapper stocks in the Amazon continental shelf of Brazil
Identifying reproductive stages of female southern red snapper is an effective way to define the spawning season and support better management.
Study reveals lionfish invasion has rapidly spread in the Mediterranean Sea, threatening biodiversity
A new study details the rapid spread of the lionfish invasion in the Mediterranean Sea and its potential ecological impacts.
NOAA awards $15 million for Kellogg Dam removal to restore fish habitats
The Kellogg Dam removal is expected to enhance critical spawning habitats and reduce environmental hazards for threatened fish species.
How can hatchery-born Chinook salmon help with wild salmon recovery?
A new study finds hatchery-born Chinook salmon could help re-establish wild salmon populations, potentially improving health over generations.