NFI’s Robert DeHaan Testifies Before U.S. International Trade Commission
The U.S. International Trade Commission is examining the effect of a lobster trade agreement, between Canada and the European Union, on America’s lobster industry. …
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The National Fisheries Institute Kicks Off First Official National Pescatarian Month
Sept. 30, 2020 marks the beginning of the first-ever National Pescatarian Month, sponsored by the National Fisheries Institute (NFI) and its award-winning blog, Dish on Fish. …
National Fisheries Institute Statement on SIMP-Compliant Importers List
NOAA Fisheries has announced a new Seafood Import Monitoring Program component designed to highlight “Compliant Importers” and reduce the frequency of their audits. The SIMP-Compliant Importers List will be posted beginning in October of 2020. …
National Fisheries Institute Statement on FDA Food Traceability Proposed Rule
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released its proposed rule for traceability and recordkeeping, along with a draft “Food Traceability List” that catalogues which products would be subject to the requirements. …
National Fisheries Institute Statement on Seafood Trade Relief Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s announcement that it will provide $ 530 million to support the men and women who harvest seafood, whose livelihoods have been impacted by retaliatory tariffs, illustrates the Trump Administration’s ongoing focus on this important sector. Seafood starts in the oceans and making sure those Americans who work the water are supported is vital. …