Workshop on “Danish solutions on pelagic bulk landings”
On Friday 21st April, “The Danish Solution on Pelagic Bulk Landings” took place at MID. The purpose of the event was to to discuss the handling of weighing…EFFOP statement on PFAS in fishmeal
Fishmeal is recognized by nutritionists as a high-quality and very digestible feed ingredient that is favored for addition to the diets of most farm animals. Fishmeal carries large quantities of energy per unit weight and is an excellent source of protein, lipids (oils), minerals, and vitamins. Specifically, the high levels of lysine and methionine can be difficult to replace when using other feed ingredients. At the European fishmeal and fish oil producers (EFFOP) PFAS…
Exploring the energy transition in the pelagic sector
On 20 April, the Pelagic Advisory Council organize an online workshop on Energy transition in the pelagic fisheries sector. With this workshop, the Pelagic AC aims to…
EFFOP holds successful workshop on “European fishmeal health and safety in relation to PFAS contamination”
On Wednesday 22nd March, EFFOP held its workshop “European fishmeal health and safety in relation to PFAS contamination”. A total of 55 participants were present to share…
Workshop on ecosystem-based approach to fisheries management
EFFOP is partner of the Ecosystem Focus Group of the Pelagic Advisory Council and joined its recent workshop on ecosystem-based approach to fisheries management exploring…
EFFOP announces workshop: “European fishmeal health and safety in relation to PFAS contamination” to be held in Copenhagen, March 22nd 2023
On Monday 23rd January 2023, DTU food released its public report showing high PFAS contamination in the Danish organic egg industry. The investigation correlated the…Representatives of IFFO and EFFOP meet to discuss future collaboration
On February 23rd , representatives of IFFO and EFFOP met in Copenhagen to discuss current and future work. The objective was to provide a platform to improve communication channels, collaborations, and work within EU regulations for both organizations. The parties discussed their ongoing participation in relevant internal and external committees. EFFOP has a strong presence in European committees that can be of interest to IFFO, whereas IFFO has a strong representation…
Measures to improve the sustainability and resilience of the EU’s fisheries and aquaculture sector
On 21 February, the European Commission published a “package of measures to improve the sustainability and resilience of the EU’s fisheries and aquaculture sector”.…EFFOP welcomes new members
We are happy to announce that EFFOP has accepted two new members, one producer and one associated. On the producer’s side, we greet Ab Salmonfarm Oy. A Finnish fishmeal and fish oil producer which also focus on Salmonid production. In 2015, one of the company’s most significant investments in the company’s history began, when it was decided to build a fishmeal and fish oil factory in Kasnäs, Finland. As an associated members, we welcome JIMCO A/S – who specialise…
International workshop on the Danish control of pelagic landings to be held in Copenhagen, April 21st 2023
On April 21st, Marine Ingredients Denmark will host an international workshop on the control of Pelagic landings using the “Danish way” in Copenhagen. At the workshop,…
Transnational conference: “Get more value from your seafood sidestreams” in Barcelona
To be held in Barcelona on April 24th 2023, coinciding with the pelagic fish forum meeting. The conference will delve into specific business cases and consumer insights…
Consultant for political work wanted
Are you ready to play a key role in a small and efficient team? Marine Ingredients offers a position which gives you the opportunity for personal and professional development.…EFFOP statement on the safety of European fishmeal
European Fishmeal (EFFOP) is aware that an issue has been raised in relation to the content of PFAS in fishmeal. This comes after the Danish DTU Food Institute carried out a technical examination of Danish organic eggs. They believe the PFAs originate from fishmeal which is used as a feed ingredient. We take this issue very seriously and have initiated analyses to get a complete picture of all the fish species that are used to produce European fishmeal. A database will be established…
Stakeholders that request ICES advice gain unique insight to ICES at MIACO 2022
European fishmeal and fish oil producers participated in the “meeting between ICES, Advisory Councils and other Observers (MIACO)” on 12th-13th January…
New employee
New year, new employee…On 2nd January 2023, Dr James Hinchcliffe started his new position at Marine Ingredients Denmark and European Fishmeal. James is a marine biologist…
Important outcome of consultations on industry emissions
Last week of November EFFOP representatives were in Sevilla for the final meeting in the Technical Working Group on the so called BREF for Slaughterhouses and Animal…
The International Symposium on Small Pelagic Fish 2022
EFFOP participated in the International Symposium: “Small Pelagic Fish: New Frontiers in Science for Sustainable Management”. Manuel Barange, Director of the Fisheries…
Addressing China’s global distant water fleet activities – implications for fisheries governance
The Market Advisory Council (MAC) has, in collaboration with the Long Distance Fleet Advisory Council (LDAC), prepared recommendations for the European Commission…