Krill, fishing and penguins
Krill, a tiny shrimp-like creature commonly used in fish oil supplements due to its high ‘Omega 3’ oil content, has been the subject of considerable discussion in environmental circles. I’ve talked...
View ArticleMaintaining marine life in the Antarctic region
Good stewardship is the key to maintaining Marine life in the Antarctic and Southern Ocean, and fisheries, governments and NGOs all have a role to play. The post Maintaining marine life in the...
View ArticleBycatch in Brazil: Collaborating for more sustainable fishing
Marine biodiversity and conservation graduate Fanny Vessaz reports on the topic of bycatch and the importance of collaboration with fishing communities. The post Bycatch in Brazil: Collaborating for...
View ArticleTraditional and sustainable: Sweden’s Caviar of Kalix
A sustainable luxury: we visited an MSC certified vendace fishery in Sweden, where the famous "Caviar of Kalix" is produced. The post Traditional and sustainable: Sweden’s Caviar of Kalix appeared...
View ArticleWhy a tin of sustainable sardines feels like a Christmas present
George Clark from the MSC on why an MSC certified tin of sardines feels like a Christmas present to him. The post Why a tin of sustainable sardines feels like a Christmas present appeared first on .
View ArticleAfrica’s fisheries and their way to sustainability
Dr Amadou Tall is a passionate advocate for sustainable fisheries. His vision is to see the MSC boost its presence in Africa and other developing regions as he believes there is now a political will to...
View ArticleLobster: Global delicacy and sustainable Canadian staple
Celine Rouzaud, Communications Manager for MSC Canada, explores options for a lobster dinner, discovering that not all lobsters are the same and a sustainable future for Canadian lobster. My belly full...
View ArticleStudy says global fish catch is higher than reported, but there is hope
I cannot over emphasise the importance of our oceans. Not only do they provide a vital source of protein, a playground for recreation and our first line of defence against climate change, it is...
View ArticleSustainable tuna: challenges and solutions
Jim Humphreys, Global Fisheries Coordinator at the MSC explains the challenges and solutions to ensuring sustainable tuna stocks and healthy oceans. The post Sustainable tuna: challenges and solutions...
View ArticleAre some types of fishing gear more sustainable than others?
Before joining the MSC in February, I spent 3 and a bit years working for the UK government as fishery manager. One of my roles was to assess the impacts that different fishing techniques have on...
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