New research highlights limited visibility of fisheries in biodiversity planning

A new study published in Biodiversity and Conservation highlights concerns among fisheries stakeholders regarding the limited visibility of fish and fisheries issues…

EFFOP responds to the European Commission’s call for evidence on the Revision of the Marine Strategy Framework Directive

From 15 December 2025 to 9 March 2026, the European Commission has launched a call for evidence on the revision of the Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD). The revision…

European Ocean Days 2026 – The European Ocean Pact: Sustaining the ocean that sustains us

In the first week of March, EFFOP participated in the European Ocean Days 2026 in Brussels, organised by the European Commission. The event brought together policymakers,…

EFFOP at the North Atlantic Seafood Forum: Key Pelagic Stocks Management Remains a Strategic Priority

EFFOP’s CEO, Anne Mette Bæk, participated in the North Atlantic Pelagic Advocacy Group session at the North Atlantic Seafood Forum in Bergen on 4 March. The session focused…

EFFOP CEO Calls for International Cooperation on North East Atlantic Pelagic Stocks

The latest coverage from AquaFeed highlights the growing pressure on key North East Atlantic pelagic stocks, including mackerel, Atlanto Scandian herring and blue…

The need for an EU Action Plan for Blue Foods

On 26 February 2026, the North Sea Advisory Council (NSAC) adopted its Advice on Blue Foods, highlighting the importance of fisheries and aquaculture for Europe’s food…