Kumbatia Seafood’s Post

CANADA’S FRESHWATER FISH SPECIES Canada, the largest country in the western hemisphere, and world’s second largest, has a coastline that extends over 240 000 kms. along three oceans, the Atlantic, the Pacific, and the Arctic. Canada’s freshwater reserves are world’s most extensive. The salt and freshwater are cold, low in salinity, and the life they support includes more than 150 species of fish and shellfish. The history of the fishing industry parallels the history of the human settlement in North America, and with the establishment of 360 kms. exclusive fisheries zone in 1977, Canada is now one of the most preeminent seafood exporter countries. European countries import considerable amounts of lobsters during the Christmas season from the est coast. Here are the most popular fish species: Salmon fresh, farmed, smoked are exported, and some are imported from Norway, and Chile. Arctic char, lake herring (aka cisco), lake trout, lake whitefish, mullet, northern pike, rainbow smelt, walleye, pollock, ocean perch, plaice, flounder, halibut, turbot, catfish, lump fish, herring (available fresh, IQF (individual quick frozen), smoked, cured, and canned), mackerel, capelin, blue fin tuna, swordfish, Atlantic wild salmon (available fresh, or smoked), Pacific salmon (fresh or frozen, smoked and candied), eel, and smelt. Shellfish and bivalves: scallop, snow crab, rock crab, Atlantic lobster, squid, pink shrimp (aka crevette) (available frozen), oyster, clams, and blue mussels. The biggest inland markets are big cities due to demand. Prairies consume less seafood than the Eastern provinces and British Columbia. Ontario is a big market. While a lot of fish is caught on both coasts, there are several salmon farms in operation. Fish lovers are best served by fishmongers. Grocery stores don’t offer many choices, as fish has to be kept on ice all the time, takes up a lot of space, and requires care in distribution and storage.

Oysters have been a key ingredient in the economic development of Mobile since the 19th century, by serving as a tasty part of dinner. The process from reef to plate has provided jobs to thousands of Alabamians, whether they be harvesters, transporters, wholesalers, processors, restaurant staff, and grocery store staff. In the past 74 years, Mobile Bay has harvested an average of 726,158 lbs of oyster meat annually. Local tourism has been a big influence on the demand for harvesting with travelers wanting a taste of fresh and local seafood. In 2020, 20 million lbs of oyster meat was harvested throughout the United States, with the Gulf Coast region contributing to 45 percent of harvests. Not including aquaculture, wild reef harvests brought in over 1.2 million dollars this past season in Alabama.

💡 A recent Oceana poll reveals that a staggering 84% of consumers in Belgium, France, Spain, and Cyprus are calling for greater transparency in processed seafood information. While many are aware of the origin of fresh and frozen seafood, vital details about processed products, like canned tuna and fish fingers, remain unclear—especially when dining out. Key Insights: - 82.5% of respondents want more info about seafood origin. - 87% prioritize knowing the species in processed seafood. - 82% desire details on fishing methods. - 79% are concerned about overexploitation of fish resources. - 81% care about the environmental impacts of fishing practices. Oceana is urging the European Commission to revise the Common Market Organisation Regulation and mandate the disclosure of species, origin, fishing gear, and production methods for all seafood products, including those served in restaurants. Find the complete poll results here - https://lnkd.in/eKZUCWgJ #SeafoodTransparency #Oceana #FollowTheFish #SustainableFishing #ConsumerRights https://lnkd.in/eKZUCWgJ

Test, test! Have you tried grenadier before? We bet you haven't! This is a LOCAL, UNDERUTILIZED FISH caught as bycatch by our black cod fishermen on small-scale boats. When caught whole, it's not the prettiest fish and has the nickname "rattail" due to its long slender tail, BUT it produces beautiful white, light pink fillets!! (remember what we learned in seafood school, don't judge a fish by its name... Chilean Seabass is Patagonian Toothfish; and also the classic saying, "Don't judge a book by its cover"). We hate to see local fish go to waste and are looking for innovative chefs and protein specialists who want to support our local fishing community by incorporating it into their businesses. This fish is a no-brainer to try as it is very affordable and perfect to use in fish tacos, fish & chips, and other whitefish applications. It tastes similar to rockfish, sole, or hake. And if you are using swai, you've got to try this as a more sustainable, local option. The fillets come individually quick frozen (IQF) so you can have local fish always on hand and easily grab however many fillets you need. Let's build a market for this underutilized fish that should not be wasted! October is National Seafood Month after all so let's try something new!

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In summer ☀️ several seasonal fish are recommended for sustainable and tasty consumption 🎣 🍽️ 🔵 Sea bass is an excellent choice, with its firm and delicate flesh. It is important to take account about the regulations also impose limits on the number of bass that can be caught per day per angler, as well as periods of fishing bans ❗ in certain areas. 🔵 Tuna offers rich and flavorful meat, perfect for summer grilling. 🔵 Sardines is rich in omega-3 and lends itself well to various preparations. 🔵 Mackerel is tasty grilled or in foil. 🔵 Sea bream, a Mediterranean fish ideal for the hot season. ⚠️ 🌎 By choosing these seasonal fish, you not only benefit from their optimal freshness, but you also participate in the preservation of marine species by respecting their natural reproduction and growth cycles. 💙 We recommend that you follow not only the legal minimum sizes, but also the sizes recommended by experts, which take into account the sexual maturity and reproduction of the species. #sustainablefisheries #sustainablefishing #fishinglife #fishing #wildcaught #knowyourfisherman #seafood #fish

Today, we shine a spotlight on the invaluable role of fish farmers and fishermen in the seafood industry. 🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟 SUNWAVE understands the importance of maintaining the freshness and quality of seafood. Our solar-powered cold rooms and freezers provide fish farmers and fishermen with the means to store their catch in optimal conditions. 🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟 By preserving the freshness of seafood, we ensure that it reaches consumers in its prime state, delighting their taste buds and supporting the economic growth of the industry. 🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟 With our state-of-the-art storage units, SUNWAVE extends the shelf life of fish and seafood, reducing waste and maximizing profitability for fish farmers and fishermen. 🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟 Providing them with reliable storage solutions enables them to expand their market reach and supply fresh seafood to a wider audience. 🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟 SUNWAVE's commitment to empowering fish farmers and fishermen goes beyond storage solutions. We strive to create opportunities for local communities by supporting sustainable fishing practices and fostering economic growth. 🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟 Join us in celebrating the dedication and hard work of fish farmers and fishermen as we work together to enhance the seafood industry and promote sustainable practices. 🌍🐟 #SUNWAVE #SeafoodIndustry #EmpoweringFarmers #SustainableFishing #FreshnessAndQuality #BFS Global #TECA #Catalyst Fund

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"....ASMI’s 2025 priorities are to: 1) Capitalize on the Russian import ban and increase US domestic sales of Alaska seafood. 2) Increase Alaska seafood brand recognition of key species through the promotion of wild Alaska seafood, with an emphasis on Alaska pink and keta salmon, sablefish, sole/flounder, pollock and surimi. 3) Elevate Alaska Responsible Fisheries Management (RFM) in the global market as the preferred origin-based certification program for Alaska seafood products."