The Indian shrimp industry was hit with accusations of human rights and environmental abuses last week from three different reports that were released by Outlaw Ocean Project, The Associated Press and Corporate Accountability Lab. Seafoodnews Podcast co-hosts Amanda Buckle and Lorin Castiglione break down some of the reporting — and backlash —in the latest episode.

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Breaking Down The Indian Shrimp Human Rights And Environmental Abuse Allegations

Seafood eco-labels have been a lot of things over the years: a must-have ticket to certain customers, a shield against NGO attacks, and to some, an expensive burden.
Now, exposes in India and China have called into question just how thorough the auditing process is for companies carrying certification, and if those labels are enough assurance.
While sustainable seafood expert Andrew Mallison of Fishthink says certification has played one of the most important roles in making fisheries and aquaculture supply chains better, businesses and consumers are often confused on just what those eco-labels are telling them.

We are expecting way too much from seafood eco-labels

We're seeing a lot of companies in trouble in seafood right now, and this week saw some of those ugly numbers exposed. On the bright side, though, one of the bigger potential implosions appears to have been avoided. We look into the Bristol Bay wild salmon season this week, and explore Norway's unusual drop in salmon exports. Plus, some thoughts on where new retail numbers might put seafood consumption.

It was a tough week for some seafood companies

The fisheries certification group Marine Stewardship Council appears to be running out of places for its eco-label. Join Editor Drew Cherry and Executive Editor John Fiorillo as they discuss the implications.

Hey, who wants a blue fish logo?

Join Seafoodnews Podcast hosts Amanda Buckle and Lorin Castiglione as they talk about Norwegian snow crab receiving MSC certification; seafood’s expansion in WIC; and much more!

Norway Snow Crab MSC Certified; Seafood Expansion in WIC; and More

Before you complain about your workday, listen to this episode. We first spoke with Nitesh Pal, the CEO of Polar Seafood Ukraine, just days after Russia began its incursion into the country in 2022.

Pal, like so many other Ukrainians, had his life and business turned upside down by the attack. He went from living what he called the life of his dreams to a nightmare.

Since that time, Pal and his company have gone through unimaginable changes. But remarkably enough, it's still supplying seafood, and Ukrainians are still happily eating it.

Dodging missiles and selling crab: Just another day running a seafood company in wartime

Get ready for Seafood Expo Global with Seafoodnews Podcast hosts Amanda Buckle and Lorin Castiglione! Amanda and Lorin preview the upcoming event in Barcelona, sharing some can’t miss events happening on the show floor. Plus, get the latest scoop on what’s happening with the Newfoundland and Labrador snow crab and lobster markets, and learn more about Peter Pan’s surprising announcement.

NL Snow Crab and Lobster, Peter Pan’s Surprising Update, Seafood Expo Global Preview

The Seafoodnews Podcast is LIVE from Barcelona for Seafood Expo Global! In this latest episode, recorded right from Fira de Barcelona, Seafoodnews Senior Editor Amanda Buckle welcomes the founders of InnaSea Media — Emily De Sousa and Bri Dwyer. Listen in to learn more about how a fisheries scientist/ content creator and a visual storyteller with a background in Alaska's commercial fisheries have come together with the goal of transforming perceptions of seafood.

LIVE! From Seafood Expo Global With InnaSea Media's Emily De Sousa and Bri Dwyer

We're rounding up news from the week, plus a live report from the Seafood Expo Global. Oh, and one other thing...

It's show time! Plus, a last minute surprise

Salmon farming is facing near-unprecedented levels of opposition and biological challenges. So why is the CEO of the country's second-largest salmon producer so optimistic? Listen to our interview with Multi X CEO Cristian Swett, plus this week's news.

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