Global Seafood Alliance

A recent study found that almost 80% of Chinese consumers are willing to pay more for seafood that comes from BAP-certified producers! More:

It's the end of the year, and our CEO Mike Kocsis is reflecting on 2024 and looking to the new year: "This industry’s future is largely up to us, the changes we’re willing to make, the leadership we are willing to demonstrate and the challenges that we are willing to accept.   As you reflect on the year about to end, think of how you can leverage your passion to help push this industry toward a more responsible future. Be forward looking and choose involvement!" Mike spoke at #SeafoodSummit24 encouraging attendees to imagine what a "bigger and better" seafood industry means. #ForTheLoveOfSeafood

NEWS>> We are excited to announce that Cartagena, Colombia will be hosting the 2025 Responsible Seafood Summit the week of September 29! The conference will take place at the InterContinental Cartagena. More:

Warming oceans are causing major changes, yet some fish species, where the waters are most in flux, are showing climate resilience. “This idea of winners and losers is one way it’s framed, that some species will do well in a region and some species will not. That has been found in a number of systems around the world. But in the Northeast (United States), the magnitude of change is greater, and thus the magnitude of effect on our fisheries is greater." https://bit.ly/4fmHMSY

Happening tomorrow – hope to see you there!

Join GSA and Wholechain for a live webinar next week about how traceability systems enable organizations to track every step of their processes, from origin to destination, and how certification ensures compliance with established standards, enhancing consumer confidence and competitive edge. There will be a live Q&A portion at the end. Register here: https://bit.ly/3OVqiT3

NEW on the Advocate this week: 👗 The oceans are making waves in the fashion industry! Explore how marine resources are shaping innovative trends: https://bit.ly/3BlMbI0 🐟 A new study re-examines the use of wild fish in global aquaculture feed, offering fresh perspectives on resource efficiency: https://bit.ly/3Vx7Cwu 🦠 Discover key prevention and control strategies for managing viral infections in farmed tilapia, vital for fish health: https://bit.ly/3VykrH2

Did you miss our recent webinar on the Seafood Processing Standard Version 6.0? A recording is now available here 👇 This webinar provides an overview of the key features of the standard and its new audit and reporting process:

We're busy planning ideas for the Aquademia Podcast in 2025! We want to know what you think – what do YOU most want to hear on the podcast? 💭 🎙️ 🎧

Three new studies show eating more fish, alongside other healthy foods, may cut the risk of gastrointestinal cancers and rheumatoid arthritis: