29th October 2025

First legal guidance for farmed fish welfare to be introduced in Scotland

The Scottish Government has announced its commitment to developing official guidance. legislation for farmed fish welfare.

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30th September 2025

Nephrop welfare project up for international accolade

Fisheries Innovation and Sustainability nominated for Global Seafood Alliance Responsible Seafood Innovation Awards. 

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15th September 2025

Another major certification scheme commits to banning eyestalk ablation

The Global Seafood Alliance is the latest organisation to demand better shrimp welfare practices and policies.

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salmon fish flying out of water
28th August 2025

Scottish ministers urged to create new welfare laws for salmon

Animal welfare advocates welcome recent guidance on humane fish slaughter but say the government has not gone far enough.

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26th August 2025

Marine heatwaves pose growing threat to crustacean populations

Seafloor temperature rises stress crustacean populations and will potentially affect fisheries.

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Iceland food shop outside, street view.
18th July 2025

Major retailer commits to eliminate eyestalk ablation by 2027

Iceland is the latest company to rule out the practice and adopt electrical stunning for prawns.

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28th June 2025

Catch up on Kinder Kitchen webinar

What does crustacean welfare mean for your foodservice business? Learn more

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Brown crab alive on ice
21st May 2025

Consultation opens on decapod welfare benchmark

Organisers of The Snapshot report seek the input of seafood industry stakeholders.

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Chef on a pass serving up lobster
9th May 2025

Chefs and restaurants invited to join crustacean welfare webinar

Find out how evolving welfare standards for crabs, lobsters, prawns and langoustines are changing expectations around sourcing, handling and preparation to create kinder kitchens.

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28th April 2025

New report links higher profits to enhanced animal welfare in aquaculture

A new publication from the Aquatic Life Institute reveals that aquaculture businesses prioritising animal welfare achieve stronger profitability and sustainability outcomes.

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4th April 2025

New fishing technology claims to improve welfare

New Zealand company may extend solution to nephrops and prawns.

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26th March 2025

Members survey

Help us create a better user experience, as a Crustacean Industry Welfare Hub member.

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