Blog Posts

Caring for ageing fishermen

21 December 2015

Commander Brian Boxall-Hunt tells us why it's so important that we care for our ageing fishermen

Co-management in the Doldrums

8 December 2015

Assistant chief executive, Dale Rodmell, argues that top-down policy has crowded out efforts to improve fisheries governance through co-management and that it is likely to have unintended consequences.

A diverse fleet

23 November 2015

Fisherman David Warwick explains why the diversity in the British fleet is one of the industry’s greatest strengths.

A day in the life

3 November 2015

Chairman Tony Delahunty tells us about a typical day in the life of a British fisherman

The Catch: A review

28 September 2015

Chief Executive Barrie Deas reviews Channel 4's new programme focusing on the trials and tribulations of those working in the fishing industry.

Spurdog: Out with the Bathwater

8 September 2015

Assistant chief executive, Dale Rodmell, reports on why a different approach is needed to conserve protected species such as spurdog.

Fresh, Sustainable and Fair.

2 July 2015

Ramus Seafood discusses its commitment to sustainability.

‘Productive, profitable and safe’

15 June 2015

Huw Thomas describes Morrisons' seafood sustainability strategies.

PFDs Are Life Savers

20 May 2015

Robert Greenwood, Safety Officer at the NFFO explains why wearing a PFD is vital.

Working Closely With Suppliers

13 May 2015

The Head Chef at The Magpie Cafe discusses the benefits of an FSFL licence.

‘We are ecosystem scientists’

1 May 2015

Skipper Alan Addison says fishermen should be listened to more by scientists.

‘Profitable and sustainable’

14 April 2015

The Chief Executive of Seafish describes the role the organisation plays in the fishing industry.

Sustainable Fish Pie Recipe

30 March 2015

This quick and easy recipe uses pollock, a great alternative to cod.

#CatchOfTheDay

9 March 2015

Tony Delahunty, Chairman of the NFFO writes about the idea behind the #CatchOfTheDay campaign.

‘Join an association’

25 February 2015

John Butterwith, Fisheries Consultant to the NDFA explains the values of fishermen being members of an association.

Seafish – a vital service

3 February 2015

Kirsten Milliken, Research Assistant at Seafish, the authority on Seafood in the UK, explains how its service is vital to the continuation of a sustainable industry.

In the public eye

20 January 2015

Environment Correspondent at the Press Association, Emily Beament, discusses the increasing public awareness of the industry.

Does the size of a boat matter?

6 January 2015

Don Thompson discusses whether small boat fishermen get the representation they deserve.

Anti-fishing, anti-science

22 December 2014

Chief executive Barrie Deas, explains why Marine Protected Areas aren't the solution to managing fisheries.

The road to ‘recovery’

9 December 2014

The Vice Chair of the NFFO South East committee explains how the industry is often wrongly accused of damaging the environment.

Matt Dawson hails fishermen

25 November 2014

Ex-Rugby star and TV personality, Matt Dawson, kick-starts the blog with his entry, in which he praises the work of UK fishermen.

Fishermen need think about their product beyond the quayside

18 November 2014

Michelin Star seafood chef, Mitch Tonks, explains how fishermen can work with chefs to make their product more profitable.

Let’s take control of our future

11 November 2014

Newlyn skipper of the Crystal Sea (SH118), David Stevens, explains why the industry must take centre-stage in implementing the discard ban.

Fisherman and Chairman

4 November 2014

NFFO Chairman, Tony Delahunty, introduces our new blog with his reflections from the south coast, upcoming challenges and heading up the Federation.