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public policy and
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based on science
From healthy eating and sustainable fishing to responsible aquaculture and a marketplace supporting trade, the National Fisheries Institute and its members work to ensure the media, consumers, and policy makers have the facts about seafood.
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…
National Fisheries Institute Announces New Additions to its Board of Directors
National Fisheries Institute Announces New Additions to its Board of Directors Reston, VA – December 4, 2025 – The National…
NFI Set to Testify Before the United States Trade Representative at the International Trade Commission on USMCA
NFI Set to Testify Before the United States Trade Representative at the International Trade Commission on USMCAReston, VA –…
Be Careful What You Wish For
For decades radical anti-seafood activists have railed against fishing and aquaculture with abandon. Their well-heeled funders rarely, if ever…
NFI Applauds President Trump on Tariff Modifications and Swiss Trade Agreement
National Fisheries Institute Applauds President Trump on Tariff Modifications and Swiss Trade Agreement Reston, VA – November 15, 2025…
How the MMPA Is Putting American Seafood in Danger
If you want to understand the real harm and danger the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) poses to the…
Microplastics in Seafood Myth Debunked
A newly published study titled “Examining Misconceptions about Plastic-Particle Exposure from Ingestion of Seafood and Risk to Human Health”…
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
What did you join NFI Future Leaders?
https://youtu.be/NbIjs5gBWxAJordi Powell, Buyer at J.J. McDonnell, was President of the 2024 Class of #NFIFutureLeaders. In this Why NFI, she…
Maintaining market share in the face of inflation
https://youtu.be/Hn1TfNnhOOEPaul Jewer, CEO of High Liner Foods, discusses how they position themselves to different consumers to maintain market share…
Why did Slade Gorton & Co, Inc. join the NFI Sushi Council?
https://youtu.be/zajHWN8jYCEVP of Food Safety and Quality Assurance at Slade Gorton & Co, Inc. Penelope Evans, spoke with NFI about…
Annual Top 10 List Looks at Seafood’s Most Consumed Species in 2022
In 2022, Americans consumed 19.7 pounds of seafood per capita, down 0.8 pounds from 2021.
NFI Leadership Summit
Join us for the fourth annual NFI Leadership Summit in Washington D.C. Why attend? No one can champion the seafood industry on Capitol Hill and with federal agencies like you – the experts! This is your opportunity to have a seat at the table and discuss the issues most important to your business.
Future Leaders 2026
Applications for the 2026 Future Leaders Program are now open.
Better Seafood Board
In 2007, The National Fisheries Institute (NFI) sponsored the formation of the Better Seafood Board (BSB) to support and provide accountability for the members’ commitment to economic integrity.
