Big projects mean big money. Sometimes our end goals are in sight, but we lack the necessary funds to reach them. Occasionally our not-so-expensive projects turn into very expensive projects as they develop and begin to face challenges. One might think that the vital job of saving our natural resources wouldn’t have such issues, but…
Month: December 2013
What’s the News on Tuna? Two International Fishery Management Conferences Emerge with Divisive Measures
No matter what product you sell, or what service you offer your clients, it is almost certain that your business thrives on partnerships. Cooperation and compromise mark the quality of a good pairing and they can allow an industry to grow and flourish immensely. However, you are probably familiar with the complications that arise when…
Slippery, Slimy and Succulent – American Eel Are a Delicacy for Many, But Their Future is Uncertain
In the seafood business, there are sometimes bewildering price fluctuations: a good that was once abundant is suddenly cut off, or its price is quickly elevated, usually right when your end-users are demanding it the most. This is especially true for exotic foods, which tend to come in and out of fashion. One food in…
Shifting Perceptions on Anchovies: A Tiny Powerhouse of Nutrition and Flavor
“Oh, and I want no anchovies. And I mean, no anchovies. You put anchovies on this thing and you’re in big trouble, okay?!” It was that day in 1990 when the Ninja Turtle Michelangelo implanted in the brains of countless children that anchovies = gross. But in 2013, we know better. Brimming with nutrients and…
Omega 3s- How Will The Perception of These Important Fats Affect Your Business?
If you have been in the food distribution business a long time, you know that the industry has changed. Your end consumers have access to considerably more amounts of information than ever before. This is a good thing: an educated consumer is good for business. This information can bring its own problems, though: it can…
The Allure of the Dungeness Crab – Why Fishermen, Chefs and Seafood Lovers are on the Hunt
Three weeks after the opening of the commercial Dungeness crab season, Bay Area seafood lovers are seeking out their favorite restaurants to enjoy a variety of delectable dishes. Wracked with high winds and large swells, the seas kept commercial boats tied to docks with their crab pots unchecked during the first several days of the…