The CountryBoat seized after three men caught 99 snapperBoat had five times the legal limit - 99 snapper between three men.11 Mar 04:15 AM
The CountryAmaltal Fishing fined $27,000 for fishing in Marine ReserveAmaltal, owned by Talley's Group, was convicted last year.09 Mar 04:14 AM
The CountryGrounded: Fishing trawler stuck on remote beachIt's understood the vessel was trawling for albacore tuna, known as "chicken of the sea".26 Feb 01:39 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySeafood ban: Govt in talks with China over unexpected export freezeOfficials say they'll keep working on it with China.11 Feb 04:38 AM
The CountryCaught: Fishing company faces losing $20m trawlerSanford admits fishing in protected zone.31 Jan 11:12 PM
The CountryPeter Reidie appointed new CEO for SanfordPeter Reidie will come from a job as CEO of Farmlands Cooperative Society.20 Dec 09:14 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySanford's proposed closure of Tauranga plant a 'horrible' blowA long-standing Sanford worker says the proposed closure has come as huge shock.06 Aug 07:00 PM
The CountryThe Road Ahead: A call for change in the south - what matters to Kiwis right nowIn Southland and Otago, those who farm and fish have confidence in The Road Ahead.30 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryForest & Bird set for East Coast tarakihi court hearingAllowing East Coast tarakihi stocks to remain overfished not legal, says Forest & Bird.26 Jul 03:57 AM
The CountryThe tiny iwi that sold a dream and is reaping the awardsWhakatōhea Mussels' factory promises to create dozens more jobs in a boost for the town.20 Jul 09:43 PM
The CountryClimate change major disruptor to seafood sector - reportClimate change could see migration of prized Kiwi species such as snapper and kingfish.07 Jul 03:42 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryCommercial fishers in the dark about full camera cost hitCommercial fishers not worried about cameras - just the cost information void.05 Jul 05:00 PM
The CountryFishing restrictions could create major job lossesNew restrictions to protect endangered dolphins will impact at least five iwi.02 Jul 09:42 PM
The CountryMussel warning after spike in food poisoningNew Zealand Food Safety urging people to ensure the shellfish they eat is properly cooked.23 Jun 03:02 AM
The CountryHauraki Gulf crayfish take slashed in half - scientists say not enough'A bag limit is pretty meaningless when you can't even catch one.'28 May 02:10 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySparks fly in fresh fight between fishing companies and GreenpeaceWar of words heats up on the high seas as deep sea fishers bite back.25 Feb 04:58 AM
The CountryThousands petition for greater seabird protectionMore than 14,000 seabirds are estimated to be killed by commercial fishers every year.02 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBay crayfish industry fears big losses from virus in ChinaBay crayfish tipped to flood local market as virus shuts down Shanghai seafood market.28 Jan 05:00 PM
The CountryCommercial fishers 'breaking the law' - Forest & BirdA Fisheries NZ report found a level of underreporting of bycatch in the industry.23 Jan 03:07 AM
The Country100 dead snapper found floating in Hauraki GulfMembers of the public are urged to report any suspicious fishing activity.18 Jan 11:39 PM
The CountryGovernment moves to end export of whitebaitAbout 1000 tonnes were sent to Australia, the Cook Islands and Niue in 2018.13 Jan 10:43 PM
The CountryForest and Bird blames Antipodean albatross decline on longline fishersForest and Bird said the albatross have a nationally critical threat status.13 Jan 10:15 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFishing for fun: Kiwi birthright in peril or a sector that needs reeling in?Recreational fishing is anything but relaxing if some weekend warriors are to be believed.09 Dec 04:43 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBig read: The fight for NZ's $6 billion catchIt's a key exporter, but is NZ's seafood industry steering the right course?06 Dec 04:37 AM
The CountryAll have a say on fisheries planFisheries NZ invites input to a new inshore fisheries plan.25 Nov 07:34 PM
The CountryNZ's biggest fishing company pins flat profit on climate changeFishing company Sanford holds steady despite difficult financial year.13 Nov 07:54 PM
The CountryComment: Destroying farmers and our planetIf we are to tackle this problem then we must do so in a united manner.06 Nov 10:45 PM
The CountryBottom trawling 'beyond comprehension'LegaSea has blasted bottom trawling as an indiscriminate fish harvesting process.06 Nov 10:33 PM
The Country'Hugely significant': Court of Appeal rules in Motiti Island decisionThe future of a controversial move to introduce a marine reserve has been decided on.03 Nov 11:26 PM
The CountryFish being fed plastics in NZ pollution studyScientists are learning about how microplastics affect fish – by feeding it to them.22 Oct 01:36 AM
The CountryOpen ocean farming: Conservationists warn to tread carefullyConservation groups support moves to expand marine farming offshore, but have warnings.20 Sep 02:00 AM
The CountryHawke's Bay Fish and Game Council chairman asked to step downAudit raised "serious concerns" about the organisation's governance.29 Aug 11:34 PM
The CountryProposal could cut 30 jobs in small communityResult would be devastating for the community.20 Jun 06:38 PM
The CountryMonster marlin: First 'grander' of the year caught by Kiwi"We didn't realise how big it was really until it hit the deck."07 Jun 02:00 AM
