Supporting sound
public policy and
nutrition information
based on science
From healthy eating and sustainable fishing to responsible aquaculture and a marketplace supporting trade, the National Seafood Assciation and its members work to ensure the media, consumers, and policy makers have the facts about seafood.
NFI Becomes the National Seafood Association
Reston, VA – September 14, 2026 – After more than eight decades of serving the U.S. seafood industry, the…
National Fisheries Institute Statement on the Announcement of NOAA Fisheries Priorities
Reston, VA – September 2, 2026– Today’s announcement illustrates a commitment by NOAA Fisheries to reduce regulatory burdens on…
National Fisheries Institute Statement on the Passing of Lee Weddig
Reston, VA – August 10, 2026– The seafood community has lost a giant. Lee Weddig ran the National Fisheries…
National Fisheries Institute Applauds Extension of EU Catch Certificate Flexibilities
Reston, VA – July 13, 2026 – Today's announcement that the European Union has extended flexibilities for U.S. seafood…
National Fisheries Institute Applauds the Opening of Expanded Fishing Grounds in the Pacific
Reston, VA – June 11, 2026 – We applaud today’s announcement by President Trump to restore commercial fishing access…
National Fisheries Institute Testifies Before the United States Trade Representative as Part of Section 301 Tariff Investigation
Washington, DC – May 5, 2026 – Bob DeHaan, Executive Vice President & General Counsel at the National Fisheries…
National Fisheries Institute Welcomes Announcement of USDA’s Office of Seafood
Reston, VA – April 15, 2026 – From its fundamental role in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines and its investment…
National Fisheries Institute Lauds USDA’s Investment in Invasive Species Processing
Reston, VA – March 19, 2026 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s decision to invest $2 million in efforts…
NFI Annual Top 10 List Looks at Seafood’s Most Consumed Species in 2023
Top 10 List Reveals Continued DiversificationMarch 11, 2026 – Reston, Virginia – In 2023, Americans ate 19.1 pounds of seafood per capita, with…
SoFISHticated presents: A Masterclass in Seafood Social Media from Jimmy’s Famous Seafood
When Jimmy’s Famous Seafood fired off a three-word reply to HuffPost on X the morning Team USA won hockey…
Rebuilding the Mercury Myth One Click Bait Headline at a Time
Seafood is a superfood and no public health professional anywhere suggests Americans eat less of it. In fact, there…
National Fisheries Institute Welcomes Industry Veteran as new Director of Scientific Affairs
Reston, VA – February 18, 2026 – The National Fisheries Institute (NFI) welcomes Gina Mortillaro as its new Director…
NFI Joins Agriculture Coalition for USMCA to Protect Seafood Market Access
As the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA) enters its first mandatory review period, the National Fisheries Institute (NFI) is proud…
GSMC 2026 SoFISHticated Extras Day 3
In our final SoFishticated Extra from GSMC 2026, Richard and Brandon talk about some of their favorite moments from…
GSMC 2026 SoFISHticated Extras Day 2
In this episode, Richard and Brandon discuss the highlights of day two of the 2026 Global Seafood Market Conference,…
GSMC 2026 SoFISHticated Extras Day 1
What we talk about in the FIRST video episode of SoFishticated: Retails trends AI meal plans and why good…
National Fisheries Institute Welcomes Release of 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Reston, VA – January 7, 2026 –Today, the National Fisheries Institute (NFI) welcomes the release of the 2025–2030 Dietary…
National Fisheries Institute Welcomes New Assistant Secretary of Commerce at NOAA
Reston, VA – December 22, 2025 – The National Fisheries Institute (NFI) welcomes NOAA’s new Assistant Secretary of Commerce…
National Fisheries Institute Applauds Confirmation of USTR’s New Chief Agriculture Negotiator
Reston, VA – December 22, 2025 – The National Fisheries Institute (NFI) applauds the confirmation of Dr. Julie Callahan…
NFI Sushi Council Welcomes Bay Hill Seafood Sales as New Member
NFI Sushi Council Welcomes Bay Hill Seafood Sales as New MemberDecember 15, 2025 – Reston, VA – The National Fisheries Institute (NFI) Sushi…
Seafood Advocacy Issues
Seafood is an integral part of global trade that provides not only healthy food for a growing planet but jobs and economic opportunities for millions.
At a time when Americans are told to limit so many foods, seafood is among the handful of foods Americans are encouraged to eat more often.
Both imported and domestic seafood production is regulated by an internationally recognized system that identifies where hazards might happen and puts in place measures to prevent them from occurring.
Our investment in our oceans and aquaculture today will provide our children and future generations the health benefits of a plentiful supply of fish and seafood tomorrow.
Fair and lawful business practices are essential for ensuring consumer confidence in seafood – the entire supply chain is responsible for maintaining this confidence.
Featured Videos
Fish 4 Thought: How is Farmed Cod Changing the Seafood Industry
In this Fish 4 Thought Ode Sales Manager, Tone Hellesvik talks to us about farmed cod and how's it's…
Fish 4 Thought: Where are chefs on seafood in 2026?
In this episode of Fish 4 Thought, we sit down with author and self-described “seafood evangelist” Barton Seaver to…
Why did Aquamar join the National Seafood Association
In this episode, we chatted with Aquamar CEO, Daryl Gormley to talk about why his company joined the National…
Annual Top 10 List Looks at Seafood’s Most Consumed Species in 2023
In 2023, Americans consumed 19.1 pounds of seafood per capita, down 0.6 pounds from 2022.
Global Seafood Market Conference 2027
As the flagship business conference of the National Seafood Association, GSMC is the premier gathering for seafood industry leaders, partners, innovators, and key decision-makers. This is your opportunity to step away from the daily grind and dive deep into a week of high-level market intelligence, emerging trends, and conversations that will directly shape the future of our industry.
Expect engaging educational sessions, signature networking experiences, and unmatched opportunities to connect face-to-face with the colleagues and customers driving global commerce.
Future Leaders 2026
The application process for the 2026 Future Leaders Program is now closed.
Better Seafood Board
In 2007, The National Seafood Association sponsored the formation of the Better Seafood Board (BSB) to support and provide accountability for the members’ commitment to economic integrity.
