SmartFish, a dynamic social intermediary in Mexico, is revolutionizing the supply chain. Their mission: simplifying the process to guarantee top-notch products while empowering fishermen to earn more by working less. This strategic shift breaks the cycle of poverty and overexploitation. In a close partnership with SmartFish AC NGO, they’re pioneering […]

Advancing Responsible Seafood Sourcing Locally The conventional approach within the sustainable seafood movement primarily focuses on high-volume fisheries in global markets. However, given the diverse geographies in which hotels like Iberostar Hotels operate, and the crucial role of local fisheries and farms in sustaining livelihoods, it’s imperative to redefine our […]

I recently represented Seafarers, Inc. at a workshop in Costa Rica hosted by the Latin American Fishery Improvement Project (FIP) Community of Practice. During the event, I participated in two panels, providing a market perspective on FIPs and engaging in an open discussion about what happens when FIPs are completed. […]

Nemi Natura, a location nestled in the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve and surrounded by the Zitácuaro forest, is dedicated to honoring life, as reflected by its name, which means “life” in Náhuatl. Established in 1991, Nemi Natura runs a responsible seafood program and takes pride in sourcing trout from its […]

Being a working mom is a role that is often underappreciated, but it can also provide valuable insights and wisdom. If you’ve ever wondered how I manage to balance raising 4 kids while also developing sustainable seafood strategies for companies of varying sizes and scopes, you’re in for a treat! […]

Seafood supply chains are extremely complex and achieving positive environmental performance requires addressing the socio-economic challenges that producing communities (and countries) face, which create the very same conditions we are trying to address through improvement efforts. In the absence of global markets demanding sustainable seafood products and incentives for improvements, […]