Farmed genes in one third of wild Atlantic salmon
Farmed salmon genes can be found in one third of wild Atlantic salmon populations around Ireland, according to a new study. Rivers affected by “genetic introgression” – genes that have…
EU approves fuel hike aid for Irish fisheries
The European Commission has approved an Irish government scheme to try to dampen the impact of rising fuel prices on the Irish fisheries sector. It follows the European Commission’s approval…
Fisheries authority patrolling inshore waters
Ireland’s fisheries surveillance authority says that it is currently carrying out patrols of inland fisheries in the north west. The Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) is responsible for checking that fishers…
EU to ban Russian cod imports
The European Commission has proposed a complete ban on imports of Russian cod. It would be the first time Russian fisheries products would face sanctions, if the proposals are approved…
Fuel protests force new government concessions
The Taoiseach has announced new and extended measures to help households and businesses cope with a surge in fuel prices after a week of protests. The new measures includes help…
European Parliament demands help to decarbonise fisheries
The European Parliament has called for the EU to help fishermen and women ensure Europe’s fishing industry goes carbon neutral by 2050. MEPs said in a “modernisation of the EU…
Irish fish quotas cut by €94 million
Fishing quotas agreed amongst EU ministers for 2026 deliver a €94 million hit to Irish fishers, according to the industry. Negotiations over the quotas over-ran into Saturday before an agreement…
Fishing industry fears €200 million hit from quota cuts
Ireland’s fishing industry is warning that it could lose up to €200 million if quota cuts recommended by scientists are supported by the EU. The International Council for the Exploration…
Scientists urge 70 percent mackerel quota cut
Fishers will lose €66 million worth of quotas next year if the EU follows recommended cuts to mackerel, the Irish Fish Producers Organisation has warned. The International Council for the…
European fishing leaders meet in Killybegs
European fishing leaders are meeting in Killybegs in County Donegal to discuss new EU rules that fishers fear will endanger the viability of their sector. Delegates from 17 producer organisations…