EU raises minimum size of northern sea bass

The EU has today taken another step to protect sea bass stocks in Europe. The 28 EU member states agreed to the Commission’s proposal to increase the minimum size for northern sea bass from 36 to 42 cm. The new rule applies to both commercial and recreational fishermen. This will …

Europêche launches iFish

Europêche, the body which represents 80,000 fishermen and 45,000 vessels within the EU fleet, launches its new consumer facing information portal – iFish. iFish is designed to address the growing consumer appetite for information on the industry, and will cover key themes such its economic and environmental impact, as well …