Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA): Export of Fish and Seafood to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Following successful negotiations with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is pleased to announce that two new health certificates have been finalized for the export of live and non-live fish and seafood to KSA.

Shop These 10 Brands for Quality Tinned Fish and Seafood

December 31, 2024 Sofia Perez, Forbes

This is the time of year when many of us prepare elaborate meals and indulge our cravings for decadent food, but it’s also worth remembering that delicious gourmet treats can be healthy and easy to prepare.

The Logistics of Perishables: Transporting Flowers, Fresh Fish, and Other Time-Sensitive Goods

December 29, 2024 Andres Pinzon, Cargo Talks

Transporting perishable goods such as flowers, fresh fish, and other sensitive items presents unique challenges that require specialized logistics solutions. These products need to reach their destination quickly and in pristine condition, making the transportation process a critical component of the supply chain for perishables.

Evidence Found of Seafood Fraud in Nearly 30% of Restaurants in Louisiana’s Capital City

December 23, 2024 SeaD Consulting

After sampling menu items at 24 restaurants randomly chosen across the city, SeaD Consulting’s investigators discovered that nearly 30% of the dishes sampled—more than one in four—were misrepresented. Seven out of the 24 restaurants were misleading customers by advertising shrimp as Gulf shrimp when, in fact, it was imported.

Nutrition Policy Alert: Seafood Automatically Qualifies for the ‘Healthy’ Claim Under FDA’s Final Rule for the Definition of ‘Healthy’

December 23, 2024 Seafood Nutrition Partnership

To qualify for the “healthy” claim a product needs to: Contain a specific Food Group Equivalents (FGE) quantity from one or more food group(s) or subgroup(s), including fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy (fat-free and low-fat), and/or protein foods; and meet set % DV thresholds for the three dietary components of public health concern – sodium, added sugars, and saturated fat.