Tuna Prices Reach All-Time High

Tuna prices have reached an all-time high, according to a recent report from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The average price of a pound of tuna has reached $2.42, up from $1.62 in 2016.

The surge in prices is due to a number of factors, including rising fuel costs, population growth, and climate change. Tuna are particularly susceptible to environmental changes, making them a target for commercial fishermen.

As a result, tuna stocks are rapidly declining, forcing fishermen to seek out new sources of revenue. This has led to higher prices for consumers and businesses alike.

Some industry insiders are predicting that the price of tuna will continue to rise in the coming years. As a result, consumers should consider alternative protein sources such as beef or chicken.

Tuna Caught in Atlantic off Maine

Atlantic bluefin tuna have been caught in the Gulf of Maine, south of Nova Scotia.

This is the first time this has been documented.

The bluefin tuna are likely following herring and other baitfish into the warmer waters.

Bluefin tuna can weigh up to 550 pounds and grow to be 10 feet long.

Tuna industry slams new Pacific Island sanctuary

The tuna industry has come out swinging against the announcement of a new Pacific Island sanctuary, with claims it will do nothing to save the fish.

The governments of 8 Pacific Island countries have banded together to create the world's largest marine sanctuary, which will cover an area of 2 million square kilometers. The sanctuary will prohibit all fishing in much of the area, including for tuna.

Tuna is a key industry in the Pacific Islands, with exports worth around $200 million annually. The industry employs thousands of people and is a vital source of income for many coastal communities.

But the tuna industry says the new sanctuary will do nothing to help save stocks of the fish. They claim that fishing restrictions elsewhere are to blame for declining tuna populations, and that this new sanctuary will only make things worse.

Meanwhile, conservationists say the sanctuary is a vital step in protecting one of the most important marine ecosystems in the world. They argue that without strong management measures, stocks of tuna and other fish could be decimated by overfishing.

Tuna Cannery to Close, Will Lay Off 150 Workers

A tuna cannery in British Columbia is set to close, laying off 150 workers.

The Pacific Seafood Group announced the closure of its cannery in Prince Rupert, B.C., last week. The company cited the high cost of raw materials and a weak Canadian dollar as the reasons for the closure.

The plant has been in operation for more than 60 years, and is the only tuna cannery on Canada's west coast. It employs 150 people, most of whom are First Nations.

Prince Rupert mayor Lee Brain said he was disappointed by the news, but acknowledged that it was not a surprise. "It's been a long time coming," he said.

The closure will have a significant impact on the local economy. The Prince Rupert Port Authority said the plant accounts for about 10% of all cargo traffic through the port.

Labour Minister Shirley Bond said she was disappointed by the news, but thanked Pacific Seafood Group for its years of service in Prince Rupert. "Our government will work with affected employees, unions and other stakeholders to provide transitional support," she said.

California company recalls tuna for high levels of mercury

A California-based seafood company has announced a recall of tuna products that have been found to have high levels of mercury. The company, which has not been identified, said that all of the recalled tuna came from a single lot that was shipped to retailers in 10 states.

Mercury is a toxic metal that can cause serious health problems, including brain damage. Young children and pregnant women are especially at risk for mercury poisoning, which can lead to permanent neurological damage.

The company said that it is working with the states' attorneys general to identify the retailers who received the recalled tuna. It is also advising consumers not to eat any of the affected tuna and to return it to the store where it was purchased for a full refund.

This is not the first time that a seafood company has had to issue a recall due to high levels of mercury. In November 2016, Starkist Company recalled more than 2 million cans of tuna after tests found they contained levels of mercury that exceeded federal guidelines.