The mackerel fishing season has reportedly started very well, with the vessel Börkur NK arriving in Neskaupstaður with 860 tons from Smugan. Russian fishermen also report seeing more mackerel than last year.
The first mackerel catch of the season has been landed in Neskaupstaður, Iceland, with fishing vessels collaborating to transport the fish from the 'Síldarsmugan' area.
An international expedition has found an increased density of mackerel in Icelandic waters and an unusually wide distribution of blue whiting. These findings suggest changes in marine populations in the region.
Renowned chef and culinary content creator Kristupas Krivickas shared a delicious mackerel shashlik recipe, offering a new option for grill enthusiasts looking to diversify their menu.
Experts have identified various fish, including herring, mackerel, and cod, as beneficial for the body, each offering unique advantages for heart health or weight loss, beyond just salmon or trout.
EU affairs ministers from member states are criticizing Iceland and other EEA countries for their perceived slow progress in adopting and implementing internal market regulations and directives, including those related to mackerel agreements.
A former researcher at Norway's Institute of Marine Research argues that the mackerel stock is significantly larger than government estimates and dismisses overfishing as a problem.
Thailand's Prime Minister’s Office Minister has ordered nationwide consumer protection inspections after tilapia was found in canned-fish products sold as mackerel.
A decrease in the mackerel catch has led to an increase in prices for the fish. This situation is simultaneously creating new economic opportunities for local fishermen.
Food blogger Zina Bružienė, author of "Zina's Kitchen," shares a recipe for mackerel rolls and explains four reasons why mackerel is a beneficial fish to choose. She notes that it is one of her favorite fish.
Fishing industry leaders have welcomed a €32 million mackerel agreement secured at the EU Agrifish Council in Brussels, which will allow for the fishing of 8,000 more tonnes of mackerel.
Rui Oliveira, dubbed the 'psychologist of horse mackerel,' is researching the neurobiology of social behavior using zebrafish, emphasizing the significant impact of the social environment on biological functioning.
A prominent UK supermarket chain has announced it will stop selling fresh, chilled, and frozen mackerel in the coming weeks, with availability ending by April 29.
Ireland has indicated support for Iceland receiving special treatment in its EU accession negotiations, driven by significant Irish interests in bringing Icelandic mackerel fishing under common EU decisions.
Animal rights activists are calling for a mackerel festival in Aberaeron to celebrate cabbage instead of fish, protesting the annual 'light-hearted funeral' dedicated to the fast-swimming fish.
An old English saying highlights how distinctive summer cloud formations, such as mackerel skies and mare’s tails, can signal the arrival of warm fronts that push moisture to high altitudes, creating these unique cloud patterns.
An article highlights refreshing and nutritious recipes using July's seasonal produce, including tomatoes, zucchini, watermelons, plums, and fish like mackerel.
The cost of a basic food basket in Portugal has increased to 257.68 euros, interrupting a period of decline. Cereal flakes, horse mackerel, and curly lettuce saw the largest price hikes between June 10 and 17.
Norway is leading unsuccessful negotiations regarding mackerel fishing, as the stock is reported to be at a critical level. Daniel Steadman urges Norway to take the lead in addressing the issue.
Numerous studies indicate that regularly eating fish, particularly fatty varieties like salmon, sardines, and mackerel, can significantly benefit brain health.
The price of a basic food basket in Portugal has hit a new record of €257.95, the highest since Deco PROteste began monitoring in 2022. Spaghetti prices rose 24% and horse mackerel surged 55% compared to last year.
Icelandic innovation company GreenFish has achieved a new milestone in its expansion, with major pelagic fishing companies in Chile now using GreenFish software to optimize their horse mackerel catches.
In Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture, a major center for mackerel processing, approximately 20% of seafood processors have gone bankrupt or ceased operations due to soaring prices of imported Norwegian mackerel, which constitutes most of their raw material.
Preliminary results from the Marine and Freshwater Research Institute indicate that mackerel density in Icelandic waters is slightly higher than last year, though still lower than in previous years. The research vessel Árni Friðriksson has concluded its participation in the annual international pelagic survey.
Thomas Raab's montage novel 'Jedermanns Dämon' is described as a sometimes wild trip, following a character with 22 cans of mackerel fillets on a detour at the edge of Austria and literary history, where humanity appears in a radio dead zone.
The most delicious fish meze of the Cyclades, called 'gouna,' is made from bonito, mackerel, or scomber, requiring plenty of salt and hot sun to prepare this traditional sun-dried fish.
This article provides a recipe for a complete white bean, mackerel, and lemon salad that can be prepared in 20 minutes, accompanied by a mustard and lemon vinaigrette.
Environmental campaigners in the UK are warning that current overfishing practices are leading to a significant decline in species such as cod and mackerel, jeopardizing future fish stocks.
Norway faces accusations of hypocrisy as it plans to fish more mackerel than scientifically advised, despite the species' spawning stock being below critical levels.
Japan's Ministry is deploying acoustic devices in Hokkaido to prevent seals from stealing salmon and mackerel from fishing nets, aiming to protect the local fishing industry.
President John Mahama has announced that rice, tomato puree, and mackerel have been added to the list of items banned from land transit in commercial quantities through Ghana’s borders, as the government moves to clamp down on smuggling and protect local industry.
Supermarket chain says it will point customers to herring and other species to protect threatened Atlantic stocks
Waitrose has become the first UK supermarket to suspend the sale of mackerel because of overfishing and will start pointing customers toward herring and other species.
The Marine Conservation Society warned last year that stocks were at breaking point owing to overfishing, and it downgraded mackerel from a three to a four on its five-point Good Fish Guide sustainability scale.
Co...