MSC’s Ocean Stewardship Fund awards over R40-million to accelerate sustainable fishing and support innovation...
EIGHTY-FIVE projects around the world have received funding to advance sustainable fishing practices. These initiatives cover a diverse array of efforts from neuroscientists developing...
Sea Harvest Group’s commitment to sustainable business practices
IN recognition of World Ocean Day, observed annually on 8 June, the Sea Harvest Group reaffirms its commitment to sustainable fishing practices and to...
Basani fishing group’s growth creates more jobs in St Helena Bay
By Diane Silcock
HAKE deep-sea trawling is a capital-intensive and financially high-risk industry that demands a highly qualified workforce. As a result, small operators often...
Enhanced data collection boosts sustainable fishing
AS South Africa’s hake trawl fishery prepares for reassessment by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), fleet operators are intensifying efforts to improve at-sea data...
Sea Harvest buys two trawlers and makes strategic acquisition
By Larry Claasen
SEA Harvest is looking to “maximize” its fishing operations in the second half of 2024.
The group said in its results for the...
Parliament portfolio committee not happy with how fishing rights are allocated
By Larry Claasen
PARLIAMENT’s portfolio committee on forestry, fisheries and the environment is not happy with the way fishing rights are allocated.
In a report on...
African Maritime Services helps owners of fishing trawlers drive down fuel costs with lighter...
AFRICAN Maritime Services (AMS) identified the need 26 years ago for a focused, professional trawl building, trawl manufacturing and trawl repair facility in South...
South African pole and line tuna fishery becomes first to achieve MSC certification
IN recognition of its sustainable fishing practices, a component of the South African albacore tuna pole and line fishery, represented by tuna trading company...
Sea Harvest Group announces another step in its growth ambitions
SEA Harvest Group intends to acquire 100% of Terrasan Group Limited’s subsidiaries engaged in the catching, processing, and sale of pelagic fish, and 63,07%...
Deep sea trawling industry marks historic 50-year milestone
THE South African Deep-Sea Trawling Industry Association (SADSTIA) which represents companies engaged in the catching, processing and marketing of Cape hake, marks its 50th...
Fishing & Aquaculture News
Cape Business News (CBN) reports on fishing and aquaculture news, focusing on sustainable practices, regulatory changes, and technological advancements in the industry. This sector’s news provides insights into the latest fishing quotas, aquaculture techniques, and environmental impacts, supporting South Africa’s commitment to marine conservation. CBN’s coverage aids industry stakeholders in staying updated on best practices and innovations that promote sustainable fishing and efficient aquaculture management.
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