Amazon Rolls Out Private Label Grocery Brand with Seafood Range

Amazon has entered the private label space with a splash. The company debuted Amazon Grocery, a private label brand featuring over 1,000 food items, including seafood, at the start of the month.

The company said the new private label brand will unite customer favorite Amazon Fresh and Happy Belly brands into one collection, available on both Amazon.com and Amazon Fresh stores.

"With Amazon Grocery, we're simplifying how customers discover and shop our extensive private label food selection while maintaining the quality and value our customers expect and deserve...

Bering Sea Snow and Tanner Crab Quotas Nearly Double Due to Increasing Biomass

New crab quotas in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands have risen for the third year in a row after the two-year closure in 2021 and 2022. For Bering Sea snow crab, the annual quota for this season is 9.3 million pounds (lbs), up 97% from last year’s 4.7 million pounds.  

Bering Sea bairdi Tanner crab quota is up 79% to 11.25 million pounds, compared to 6.2 million pounds last year.  

The Bristol Bay red king crab quota took a modest 16% jump to 2.68 million...

NMFS Extends Northeast Multispecies Emergency Measures to Protect New England Groundfish Industry

On October 3, NOAA Fisheries signed a temporary rule that extended emergency management measures for the Northeast Multispecies Fishery through April 30, 2026.

The rule will allow for the continued operation of the Northeast groundfish sector during the 2025 fishing year.

The emergency rule, first published by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) on May 2, 2025, was designed to prevent interruption to a fishery critical to New England’s economy. If not extended, measures would have expired on October 28, potentially halting operations and causing significant economic...

Warming Oceans May Pose a Serious Threat to American Lobsters

The Gulf of Maine is warming faster than 99% of the world's oceans, raising concerns for its $2 billion-a-year American lobster fishery. Scientists at William & Mary's Batten School & VIMS have been studying the impacts of ocean acidification and warming on lobster reproduction, and the results of their most recent research suggest the rising temperatures pose the greatest risk.

Utilizing a purpose-built experimental facility designed by Professor Emily Rivest and housed in the Batten School of Coastal & Marine Sciences & VIMS...

Trump Teases Lula Meeting; Implications for Global Beef, Coffee Markets

On October 6, US President Trump teased an upcoming meeting with the Brazilian President via Truth Social. The current tariff expense for doing trade between the two countries has reorganized the flow of beef and stifled coffee trade, for example. Individuals involved in these markets and beyond are waiting to see if US tariffs on Brazil will be revised.

“This morning, I had a very good telephone call with President Lula, of Brazil. We discussed many things, but it was mostly focused on the Economy, and Trade, between..."

Tariff Talks 2025: Expana's Weekly Rundown #29

Expana’s global team of specialist reporters has been tracking every twist and turn in the fluid tariff situation.

Click to read: "Tariff Talks 2025: Expana's Weekly Rundown #29."

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On September 29, the US placed 50% tariffs on imports of timber, lumber, and their derivative products, according to the US Presidential Action. 

Also starting October 1, the US will be imposing 100%...

ICES Slashes Atlantic Mackerel Quota by 70%, Severely Impacts the Japanese Market

According to a report in the Minato Shimbun, on September 30th, the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) recommended that the 2026 catch of Atlantic mackerel in the Northeast Atlantic be reduced by 70% from the 2025 figure of 576,958 tons to 174,357 tons. This is the lowest recommended quota since 1998. In Japan, the largest export market for Norway, the sales price has already reached a record high of 880 yen/kg ($5.87/kg)...

Sea Lice Outbreak Strikes Mowi Newfoundland Farms Again, 470,000 Fish Die 

Salmon farming giant Mowi, and its Mowi Canada East arm, said that it lost another 470,000 fish due to sea lice infestations in Newfoundland and Canada, roughly a month after the company reported a similar sized die-off at other farms in the province. 

Mowi Canada East’s Friar Cove and Chaleur Bay farms were impacted by the die-offs. According to notices published on the Newfoundland Aquaculture Industry Association’s online portal for public reporting of fish health issues, Friar Cove saw 236,569 fish...

Port of LA Seeks Proposals for New Pier 500 Container Terminal

The Port of Los Angeles has announced its search for proposals from parties interested in the pre-development of Pier 500, a project designed to boost cargo efficiency and accommodate larger, next-generation cargo ships. This development comes after decades of efforts to increase capacity amid rising demand at one of the United States' busiest ports.

The proposed site for Pier 500 spans 200 acres and will feature two berths and approximately 3,000 linear feet of new wharf. Situated at the southern tip of...

Seafood Chain Long John Silver's Swaps Iconic Fish for Chicken in New Logo

Long John Silver’s, a long-time seafood chain, has moved chicken to the front and center.

The company revealed a new logo that replaces its signature fish logo with a chicken and features a new “CHICKEN + SEAFOOD" lock-up.

The new redesign will be rolled out across its digital platforms and will be unveiled further on the Long John Silver's Front Row Motorsports car during the South Point 400.

"Guests have been telling us for years that our chicken is a best-kept secret...

Russia Eyes India as Key Market for Seafood Exports

Russia hopes to make India one of its major markets for fish and seafood in the coming years, driven by strong bilateral relations and expanding economic cooperation. The share of Russian fish in India has been minimal so far due to high import duties, but this could change soon. 

Both countries are currently negotiating a free trade agreement that would support increased Russian fish exports to India. The deal aligns with Russia’s plan to nearly double total fish exports by 2030, from $5.2 billion in 2024 to $8.5 billion...

Norwegian Land-based Farmer Salmon Evolution Reports Record Biomass and Stable Operations in Q3

Norwegian land-based salmon farmer Salmon Evolution reported stable operations, minimal mortality and an all-time high biomass production in its third-quarter operational summary.

The company reported a harvest of 1,386 metric tons HOG with an all-in price realization of roughly NOK 61/kg ($6.15). Harvest weights were also 20% higher than in Q2 2025.

Salmon Evolution has reported increased biomass production for five quarters in a row. It also currently has a fully stocked...

Navigating the Trump Tariff Turbulence: A Comprehensive Timeline

US President Donald Trump and his administration have paused reciprocal tariffs on most countries.

“Based on the lack of respect that China has shown... I am hereby raising the [tariff] charged to China by the [USA] to 125%, effective immediately,” wrote Trump on Truth Social at 1:18 pm ET. 

It’s not clear if this 125% is in addition to the 20% imposed on Chinese imports to the US. In early March, Trump noted that he would add another 10% tariff on Chinese goods...

ANALYSIS: Review of Norwegian Farmed Salmon Biomass, Harvest Trends, and Price Movements

The total biomass of farmed Atlantic salmon at sea in Norway has exceeded the biomass recorded by the Norwegian Directorate of Fisheries from January to July last year. However, in August, the live fish stock declined due to substantial harvest activity during late spring and summer. This led to a sustained reduction in the number of live fish and, consequently, total biomass in the sea pen...

Association of Genuine Alaska Pollock Producers Statement on Passing of Leslie Hughes

The Wild Alaska Pollock industry and the members, associate members and staff at the Association of Genuine Alaska Pollock Producers (GAPP) join our colleagues in the seafood industry in expressing our deepest sympathy at the loss of Leslie Hughes, formerly of North Pacific Fishing Vessel Owners’ Association (NPFVOA). Leslie had faithfully, passionately and lovingly served the fishing community, including the Wild Alaska Pollock fishermen and crew, working to ensure their safety at sea...

Scott & Jon’s Shrimp Scampi Recalled as Listeria Linked to Pre-Cooked Pasta Outbreak Grows 

Demers Food Group recalled select Scott & Jon's Shrimp Scampi with Linguini products as part of a larger Listeria monocytogenes outbreak linked to pre-cooked pasta, according to a notice published on the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) website. 

The larger recall was initiated on September 30, with the supplier of the impacted pasta, Nate’s Fine Foods expanded its recall of pre-cooked pasta which included fettucine, linguine, and farfalle (bowtie) after a sample of posted tested by FreshRealm tested positive for...

Maine Eel Producer American Unagi Enters Bankruptcy to Seek Restructuring and Possible Sale 

Maine-based eel producer, American Unagi, filed for Chapter 11 protection in the US Bankruptcy Court for the District of Maine on September 29. 

Sara Rademaker, American Unagi founder and CEO, told RASTech Magazine that the decision was made to “preserve the value of the business while it looks to transition to new ownership.” 

“We’ve obtained financing and the Chapter 11 process will allow us to realign our financial structure with the strong operational foundation we’ve built, giving the company the opportunity to attract new...