EFFOP sourcing statement following the expiry of the North-East Atlantic FIPs
Europe needs secure supplies of high-quality protein and essential long-chain omega-3 fatty acids. Blue whiting, mackerel and Atlanto-Scandian herring contribute…
Better seafood labelling, better choices: The European Parliament calls for nutritional labelling
When people buy fish, they expect more than a fillet. They expect a source of omega-3. Yet in the supermarket, few consumers can tell how much omega-3 is actually in the fish…
New EU Implementing Regulation on the Weighing and Control of Fishery Products Adopted
On 10 August 2026, the European Commission adopted Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/1932, which lays down detailed rules on the weighing of fishery products, their…
Aquafeed Study: valuable insights, but more recognition of European marine ingredients is needed
On 20 August, the European Commission published a study exploring how aquafeeds can support a competitive, resilient and sustainable European aquaculture sector.…
Higher EPA and DHA levels in feed improve salmon welfare and sustainability: EFFOP’s analysis
A newly published study in Frontiers in Marine Science provides further evidence that the value of EPA and DHA in aquaculture diets extends well beyond simply meeting…
New model of PFAS transfer from feed to fillet in farmed salmon indicates low dietary exposure risk: EFFOPS analysis
A new study modelling PFAS transfer from feed to fillet in farmed Atlantic salmon indicates that current commercial feed concentrations pose a low dietary exposure risk.…
EFFOP has submitted feedback on the Commission’s consultation on the European Ocean Research and Innovation Strategy
EFFOP submitted feedback on 22 July 2026 to the European Commission’s consultation on the European Ocean Research and Innovation Strategy. We call for greater recognition…
EFFOP has submitted feedback on the Commission’s consultation on Sustainable fishing in the EU: state of play and orientations for 2027
EFFOP submitted feedback on 21 July 2026 to the European Commission’s consultation on Sustainable fishing in the EU: state of play and orientations for 2027. Our consultation…
Fish AND algae, not fish versus algae: EFFOP provides feedback on European Commission Algae strategy report
How should Europe approach the future of sustainable aquaculture feeds? EFFOP believes this question should be guided by science. Today, EFFOP has submitted a letter…
Visiting our members: EFFOP meets with ANFACO in Spain
During its visit to Santiago de Compostela last week, EFFOP had the opportunity to meet with our Spanish colleagues at ANFACO-CYTMA to discuss areas of mutual interest…
Key outcomes from the Pelagic Advisory Council meetings in Santiago de Compostela
Last week, EFFOP participated in the Pelagic Advisory Council (PelAC) meetings in Santiago de Compostela, taking part in Working Groups I and II as well as the Executive…
FAO: Aquaculture is the main driver of global seafood production, with marine ingredients playing a key role
A new FAO report shows record high production of aquatic foods and identifies aquaculture as the main driver of future growth. At the same time, the report highlights the…
New ICES Advice Shows Strong Recovery of Baltic Central Herring and Sprat Stocks
At the end of May 2026, ICES published its scientific advice for fishing opportunities in 2027, including key pelagic stocks in the Baltic Sea. The latest assessments…
PFAS in focus: The Commission responds to MAC Advice on PFAS
On 1 July 2026, the European Commission replied to the Market Advisory Council’s (MAC) advice on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), adopted in March.…
EFFOP President Report 2025
EFFOP held its annual General Assembly on Tuesday, July 9, 2026 in Bremerhaven, Germany, in conjunction with the biennial conference “From Waste to Value: Supporting…
From Waste to Value – Supporting a Circular Economy: Highlights from EFFOP Conference 2026
From 9-12 June 2026, EFFOP held its biennial conference in Bremerhaven, Germany, bringing together over 130 representatives from the European fishmeal and fish oil…
EFFOP has submitted feedback on the Commission’s proposal to revise the fisheries management rules (omnibus proposal)
EFFOP – Marine Nutrients Europe submitted feedback on 23 June 2026 to the European Commission’s consultation on the proposal to revise the fisheries management…
New President and Vice-president elected at General Assembly
The annual General Assembly of EFFOP was held on the June 9, 2026. The sitting president, Odd Eliasen, stepped down after two years as president, and Johannes von Holten…