Japanese sushi chain reports 22% boost in US sales revenue

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 21:42:25 +0000


'Entering this fiscal year, we knew that the second fiscal quarter would be critical regarding our ability to accomplish our stated goals, expectations and full-year guidance' -- Hajime Uba, Kura Sushi

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Few harvesters break rank as season begins in world’s largest snow crab fishery

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:43:46 +0000


Harvesters in one fishing area have set their traps, but most of the 2,200 crab boats in the Canadian province remain tied up

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Gulf of Mexico menhaden fishery gets to keep MSC label until at least 2030

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:32:22 +0000


'This recertification is independent, rigorous, and grounded in science -- it confirms that our fishery operates responsibly and sustainably' -- Francois Kuttel, Westbank Fishing

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Maine seafood producers feel pain at fuel pump, predict rising prices

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:26:01 +0000


'Fish markets are feeling it, processors are feeling it, restaurants are feeling it' -- Kelly Punch, Mere Point Oyster Farmers

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Mexico pledges financial support to fishing industry following oil spill

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:20:16 +0000


The spill of an estimated 100,000 gallons of oil was poorly timed for local fishermen, who have been unable to sell their catch during Holy Week

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Snow crab falls 24% in China as Qingming demand fails to materialize; NZ rock lobster hits high

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:17:40 +0000


Snow crab prices dropped 24% week-on-week in China in week 15, fully erasing the prior week's mortality-driven rally, according to Undercurrent's latest China live crustacean price roundup

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Alaska’s Area M salmon restrictions tainted by ‘conflict-of-interest,’ lawsuit charges

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:16:34 +0000


'When the state leaves rural Alaskans with no recourse, the courts are the only option left' -- Alvin Osterback, Aleutians East Borough

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New US scallop season picks up where old season left off

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:19:47 +0000


The start of the new fishing year, on April 1, has shifted focus toward 'forward supply expectations,' and the early indication is there will be a 'more normalized operating environment under the updated framework' -- Lorin Castiglione, UCN senior analyst

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US sushi market, valued at $22bn, now larger than Japan’s

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:14:46 +0000


Sushi is winning in both US foodservice and retail, a major bright spot for a seafood market that has otherwise been stagnant

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Chilean salmon vaccine effort invites pharma participation

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:45:36 +0000


SRS currently drives around 90% of antibiotic use in Chilean aquaculture

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