How are fish waste managed?

How are fish waste managed?

Animal by-products not intended for human consumption (SANDACH) such as viscera, fins, scrapes, heads… All of them make up the waste of fish that must be managed and regulated to ensure that no risks are generated for human, animal or environmental health. Thus,...
What fish to eat in the spring?

What fish to eat in the spring?

As discussed above, we must eat seasonal fish. Not only because they benefit our health, but we will be contributing to the environment. Thus, with the arrival of spring and the consequent change of season, the seasons of fishing also change. In this sense, we can...
Types of marine fishing and its classification

Types of marine fishing and its classification

Fishing has always existed, as it is one of the ways in which the human being acquires food from aquatic life. It is an activity already used by our ancestors as a means of subsistence. Little by little, with the technological advances and the development of the...
Sea cucumber: Definition and marketing

Sea cucumber: Definition and marketing

Despite the fact that this curious marine organism has been serving food for the human being for a long time, it seems that lately it has become very fashionable, especially in Asian countries. Most sea cucumbers are scavenging animals, moving along the seabed and...
Camgal Plan: General Provisions, objectives and activation

Camgal Plan: General Provisions, objectives and activation

On January 23, the Xunta de Galicia had to activate the Camgal Plan first thing in the morning before the possibility that, a ship anchored on the coast of Viveiro, collided against a rocky area. The reason for its activation was that the boat was being dragged by the...
What are fishing TACs?

What are fishing TACs?

The total permissible catches (TAC) or fishing possibilities are catch limits (in tonnes or number) that are established for the majority of fish stocks of commercial interest. The European Commission is preparing proposals on the basis of scientific opinions from...
Fish and Queers at Christmas, the star dishes

Fish and Queers at Christmas, the star dishes

Christmas is coming and with it the typical binges that accompany it. Our tables are filled with delicious irresistible delicacies: sweets, meats, appetizers… But, undoubtedly, one of the star dishes are the fish and seafood, turning our meals and celebrations...
Fish benefits: An essential food

Fish benefits: An essential food

Although not everyone likes to eat fish, nutritionists recommend to include it in our diet 2-3 times a week. According to experts, introducing this food into our diet is very important, as it brings many benefits to our health. So it is a staple food that we should...
How does fish labelling work?

How does fish labelling work?

When we buy a packaged product or even any electronic device, we always look at the label and the information it contains. As in these cases, when it comes to fresh fish, it is important that we really know what we are buying. Do you really know how to read the fish...
How to recognize fresh fish?

How to recognize fresh fish?

Fish is a very vulnerable and perishable food and, as any other type of food must guarantee its safety and quality. On the other hand, there is no doubt that it is one of the essential protagonists in our food diet. Not only because of its infinite nutritional...