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SeaFoodBusiness feature articles are available in our archive dating back to 2006 providing an expanded library of information that addresses many sectors of the industry. The articles are categorized by topics for easy searchability.

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SeaFood University: Cross merchandising simplifies meal solutions

"Everything Salmon" gift baskets at Heinen's incorporate perishables from the seafood department and condiments from other parts of the store. - Heinen's Fine Food

Joanne Friedrick
5/24/2012
Retailers who go beyond rubs and marinades can upsell with gift baskets and kitchenware
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Networking: Linda Greenlaw

Linda Greenlaw — Fisherman, author, consultant Isle Au Haut, Maine - Photo by Laura Lee Dobson

James Wright
5/4/2012
Fisherman, author, consultant Isle Au Haut, Maine
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Editor's Note: Who should push the envelope?

Fiona Robinson, Associate Publisher / Editor

by Fiona Robinson
5/4/2012

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Point of View: Put the fish first

“We need reasonable options for sustainability certification to avoid a monopolistic lock where consumers and fishing communities lose on choice, quality and price.” - Sean Parnell

by Sean Parnell
5/4/2012

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Retail Report: Eastern region drives lobster sales

Lobster dollar share, 52 weeks ending Jan. 28

5/4/2012
More than half of volume sold on promotion
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Trade Tracker: Snow crab imports increase

Countries of destination for U.S. snow crab exports (Jan. – Feb. 2012)

5/4/2012
Export prices decrease
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Top Story: Bigger and better

North America’s Top 20 Seafood Suppliers

by James Wright
5/4/2012
The Top 20 North American seafood suppliers’ 2011 sales near $11 billion
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Top Species: Wild salmon

A small number of Alaska salmon producers may want to stick with MSC. - Photo courtesy of Copper River/Prince William Sound Marketing Association

By Joanne Friedrick
5/4/2012
Sustainability certification move has industry abuzz
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What's in Store: Doing the demo

Sweetbay enlisted star power to promote Alaska king crab at a recent demo. - Photo courtesy of Demonstration Marketing Services

by Christine Blank
5/4/2012
In-store promotions and demonstrations create excitement around seafood
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Behind the Line: In salmon he trusts

After years of scant seafood use, Anchovies & Olives menus 13 species. - Photos courtesy of Anchovies & Olives

By Lauren Kramer
5/4/2012
Chambers brings back Northwest staple, reinvigorates menu with sustainable selections
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Global Foodservice: Icon evolution

Alastair (left) and Dominic Horabin (of Seniors) won the Fish and Chip award. - Photo courtesy of Seniors

5/4/2012
Historic chippies encourage sourcing from sustainable fisheries
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Global Retail: Simple solution

Asda seafood departments offer shoppers a three-step seafood-buying experience. - Photo courtesy of Asda

By Jason Holland
5/4/2012
UK retailer Asda aims to make seafood purchases easier for customers
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Special Feature: Trout

Trout’s mild flavor allows chefs to put their own signatures on it. - Photo courtesy of Clear Springs Foods

By Melissa Wood
5/4/2012
New products offer mild, rich flavor options
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Going Green: Weather report

Rough winter conditions in the Bering Sea slowed the crab and sole harvests. - Photo courtesy of ASMI, by Chris Miller

By Lisa Duchene
5/2/2012
Unusual, extreme climate conditions have various impacts on fisheries
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Editor's Note: Gray matter

Fiona Robinson, Associate Publisher/Editor
4/5/2012

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Point of View: Time to address FSMA requirements

Scott Zimmerman M.Sc., is a compliance specialist with Safe Quality Seafood Associates in Miami

By Scott Zimmerman
4/5/2012

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Retail Report: Warm weather drives fresh tuna sales

Finfish dollar share by subcategory — 52 weeks ending Dec. 31, 2011

4/5/2012
Sales up 6.5 percent, average prices increase 5 percent
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Trade Tracker: Tilapia prices increase

COUNTRY SPOTLIGHT — Top 2011 seafood imports from Ecuador

4/5/2012
Shrimp, swordfish, tuna are other top products from Ecuador
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Top Story: Policy overhaul?

Some EU retailers have delisted species whenever stocks are threatened.

By Jason holland
4/5/2012
Empower fishermen, regionalize control among the suggestions lobbied by CFP critics
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Top Species: Wild shrimp

Demand for Gulf shrimp is picking up, but not as quickly as some had hoped. - Photo courtesy of Ralph Brennan Restaurant Group

By Joanne Friedrick
4/5/2012
Gulf continues PR push, while West Coast basks in bumper crop
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Going Green: Closing in

TCFFI researchers are testing higher densities for farmed salmon. - Photo courtesy of The Conservation Fund Freshwater Institute

By James Wright
4/5/2012
Closed-containment salmon-farming project paying environmental, economic, culinary dividends
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What's In Store: Going Dutch

Awareness of sustainable seafood at Holland’s retail outlets is steadily growing. - Photo courtesy of Fishes

By Christine Blank
4/5/2012
Netherlands’ big national commitment to MSC closer to fruition
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Behind the Line: Sourcing knowledge

SRC balances sustainability and profitability by fostering vendor relationships. - Photos courtesy of Specialty Restaurants Corp.

by Lauren Kramer
4/5/2012
Specialty Restaurants Corp. doubles seafood menu mentions
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Global Aquaculture: Sunshine caviar

A female white sturgeon can generate $20,000 in retail sales of meat and caviar. - Photo courtesy of Target Marine

By Lauren Kramer
4/5/2012
British Columbia fish farmer bets on future success of white sturgeon
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Networking: Michael Haby

“HACCP is like knot tying. There’s the right knot for tying down 2-by-4s, and there’s a knot for lowering yourself down a cliff. HACCP focuses on the hazard related to what you’re processing and it addresses how to best control those hazards.” —Michael Haby Seafood Marketing Specialist, Texas Sea Grant Professor and extension economist, Texas A&M University

By James Wright
4/5/2012
Seafood Marketing Specialist, Texas Sea Grant; Professor and extension economist, Texas A&M University
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