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Seafood operates in a complex policy environment shaped by regulation, public perception and science. That means political engagement is not optional…

Off the coast of Hawke’s Bay, the Springs Box closure agreement between local commercial and recreational fishers is celebrating a major milestone.

This week, Seafood New Zealand Chief Executive Lisa Futschek takes us out on the water, reflecting on her recent experience at sea.
 
Last week, I had…

Seafood New Zealand says it welcomes yesterday’s High Court decision which underscores the importance of evidence-based decision making when…

With a new year comes a new name for this newsletter, and the launch of Faces of Fishing.

For the final Update for the year, the message comes straight from our Chief Executive, Lisa Futschek. 

With 13 more episodes under his belt, host and producer Graeme Sinclair reflects on Series 7 of Ocean Bounty and what's exciting him for 2026.

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Brett Bensemann on how more robust recreational catch data can support shared ocean spaces.

Zak and Tamar’s Sprat Summer steps boldly into exploring the full potential of summer seafood cooking.

It took nearly two years of ongoing “annoying” by a mate to get Darren to do a proper podcast and tell some industry stories.

Young Fish Tommy Glass chats to commercial pāua diver Harry Marshall-Lee.

Seafood NZ caught up with Tauranga local and Seine Fish Ltd. owner-operator Chris Harvey to talk about fishing, family and life on the water.