Seafood

Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver partners with Sea Tales to drive awareness of sustainable seafood

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:00:01 -0400

Multiyear collaboration begins with a digital content series designed to educate consumers about sustainable seafood through storytelling and accessible recipes.

Norwegian Seafood Council launches national soccer campaign

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:00:02 -0400

Campaign aims to increase US consumer awareness of seafood from Norway during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Captain D's rolls out wild-caught fish from Alaska

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:35:40 -0400

Rollout is part of a broader Captain D's brand initiative focused on premium seafood quality and US-based sourcing.

Synear Foods recalls pork and crab soup dumplings due to peanut allergen

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:00:40 -0400

USDA-FSIS issues a recall for frozen not-ready-to-eat pork and crab soup dumpling products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens.

Padilla campaign builds consumer preference for Norwegian seafood in the Northeast US

Fri, 29 May 2026 06:00:42 -0400

Padilla’s work for Seafood from Norway focuses on increasing awareness, preference and sales for Norwegian seafood through integrated consumer engagement, influencer relations, retail programming and experiential activations.

Seabourn cruise ship's culinary program showcases local Alaska seafood

Wed, 27 May 2026 06:00:42 -0400

Cruise line Seabourn introduces a regionally inspired culinary program created specifically for the line's Alaska season, spotlighting locally sourced seafood.

World Bank report urges approval of rendered animal proteins in Moroccan aquaculture feed

Tue, 26 May 2026 08:00:30 -0400

A new report from the World Bank Group identifies rendered animal proteins in aquafeeds as one of the targeted reforms needed to strengthen Morocco’s growing marine aquaculture sector.

Oshi secures $3M investment to expand US plant-based seafood

Fri, 22 May 2026 08:25:08 -0400

Oshi reports 4x year-over-year revenue growth and is preparing a national retail rollout targeting 686 stores in 2026.

Safe Catch's Kevin McCay discusses clean label and frozen aisle opportunities

wilkinsonf@bnpmedia.com (Fred Wilkinson) — Thu, 21 May 2026 10:16:35 -0400

In this interview, Safe Catch COO Kevin McCay discusses protein opportunities in the frozen aisle, differences in consumer demand for clean label seafood products vs. other proteins, and how consumers’ heightened focus on protein in their diets is influencing the seafood category.

AI imaging research demonstrates faster, nondestructive microplastic testing for seafood processors

Wed, 20 May 2026 15:00:55 -0400

Virginia Tech scientists use hyperspectral imaging and artificial intelligence to detect tiny plastic particles directly on the surface of fish with 95% accuracy.

Genova Premium Seafood introduces Mediterranean Tuna Bowls

Mon, 11 May 2026 14:25:29 -0400

Genova Premium Seafood expands its value‑added seafood portfolio with the launch of ready‑to‑eat Mediterranean Tuna Bowls.

Consumers embrace seafood as a grilling option

wilkinsonf@bnpmedia.com (Fred Wilkinson) — Wed, 06 May 2026 14:27:23 -0400

Consumers are looking for new ways to prepare seafood, including on the grill.

Vitsab highlights Freshtag time-temperature monitoring label for seafood quality, safety during transit

Wed, 06 May 2026 09:40:39 -0400

Color-changing smart label is designed to monitor seafood products such as caviar, crab, oysters, salmon, scallops and tuna, tracking time and temperature at every stage.

FSIS issues public health alert for ravioli pasta with beef sauce

Tue, 05 May 2026 10:45:43 -0400

Ravioli labeled as beef and burrata may actually contain shrimp filling in lobster sauce.

Chicken of the Sea becoming first mainstream US seafood brand to achieve Marine Stewardship Council certification

Mon, 04 May 2026 09:15:53 -0400

All Chicken of the Sea branded retail tuna products are on track to achieve Marine Stewardship Council certification by the end of 2026.

AI-powered inventory management boosts fresh seafood sales by 9% for West Coast grocer

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:05:51 -0400

Vallarta Supermarkets generates a 1,070% return on investment after implementing Fresh Inventory Management technology from Logile Inc.

Natural Grocers expands private-label brand with two varieties of smoked salmon

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:55:30 -0400

Family-operated retailer introduces wild-caught Alaskan sockeye and coho salmon.

California Pizza Kitchen launch features short rib lasagna and pan-roasted chicken

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400

California Pizza Kitchen expands its main entree lineup, featuring chef-created dishes inspired by global and familiar flavors.

GEA expands injection portfolio for small- to mid-capacity marination lines

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:05:29 -0400

GEA Group introduces the MultiJector 500, a new brine injection system developed for lines handling ham and deli meats, bacon, poultry and fish.

Unlocking margin, consistency and efficiency in seafood with linerless labeling

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:00:19 -0400

Catapult Print customer doubles throughput from 45 to 90 packs per minute after switching from manual sleeves to linerless label, enabling them to make significant labor cost savings by eliminating an entire shift.

USDA Office of Seafood launches to support domestic seafood industry

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:00:16 -0400

With the creation of the USDA Office of Seafood, the federal government now enters a new era of seafood policy where American fishermen will be recognized by USDA as a key part of the US food supply.

Safe Catch introduces mercury-tested Wild Tuna Burgers

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:33:18 -0400

Packages contain six frozen 4-ounce patties that can be cooked directly from frozen.

The Fish Guy expands online sales with integrated e-commerce solution

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:30:11 -0400

Chicago-based seafood retailer The Fish Guy works to streamline its digital operations and enhance convenience for customers while supporting efficient order management and payment processing.

Ducktrap rolls out hot honey flavor for smoked salmon lineup

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:00:49 -0400

Ducktrap debuts its Hot Honey Atlantic Salmon in two smoked varieties: silky cold smoked and flaky smoke roasted.

Air Products showcases seafood freezing solutions for processors

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Air Products exhibits at Seafood Expo North America, highlighting cryogenic gases that enable food products to be chilled or frozen in minutes instead of the hours traditionally required with alternative systems.

High Liner Foods debuts Sea Cuisine Skillet Meals at Seafood Expo North America

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:20:22 -0400

Canadian seafood processor and marketer High Liner Foods designs a lineup of frozen seafood skillets for the modern consumer, with globally inspired flavors and a convenience-focused format.

Seafood industry: Enterprise resource planning technology for processors, distributors, vertically integrated fisheries

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 06:00:32 -0400

Techminds Group showcases how Aptean Food & Beverage ERP can help seafood companies manage catchweight inventory, traceability, food safety compliance, quality control and FEFO inventory management.

Red Lobster names chief global development officer, CFO and EVP of transformation

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:45:27 -0400

Former P.F. Chang's executives Brad Hill and Kristen Briede join the Red Lobster leadership team.

Seafood marketing toolkit bolsters communication about responsible sourcing

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Best Aquaculture Practices launches its Seafood You Can Trust toolkit, part of an insight-driven campaign designed to help retailers and foodservice operators more effectively communicate about responsible seafood sourcing at the point of purchase.

Taylor Shellfish becomes first bivalve farm to achieve ASC certification

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:30:36 -0500

As oysters trend nationwide, certified shellfish gain new visibility with shoppers, chefs and retailers.