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Come aboard one of our French trawlers

Come aboard one of our French trawlers

6 May 2026

Today, let’s take a look at trawl fishing on one of our Breton boats. It’s 11 p.m., the day is coming to an end in the city of Lorient, but it’s just beginning for the crew already on the docks. Five people on board are getting ready to set sail: the boat’s captain, a mechanic, […]

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Species of the Month: Mullet

Species of the Month: Mullet

6 May 2026

Are you familiar with mullet? These underappreciated species often have a bad reputation, yet in terms of taste and price, they are a good alternative to whitefish like sea bass. For several years now, the Mr.Goodfish program has been encouraging consumers and partner chefs to try them and showcase their best qualities. Today, more than […]

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Itechmer in Lorient & Taste Week

Itechmer in Lorient & Taste Week

6 May 2026

The international gathering of fishing industry professionals in France took place in Lorient from October 6 to 8, 2021. Over the course of three days, numerous conferences on various topics aimed to raise awareness and mobilize stakeholders regarding the future of the sector. Mr.Goodfish was invited to participate in one of these conferences, titled “When […]

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The spider crab

The spider crab

6 May 2026

A spider you can eat? At first glance, crabs from the Majidae family may seem far less appetizing than their cousins, the lobsters or rock crabs, but don’t be fooled—these tough-looking crustaceans are just as tasty, if not more refined. The Maja genus includes many species, but Maja brachydactyla and Maja squinado are the most […]

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La Récré Verte

La Récré Verte

6 May 2026

The diversity of our partners is our strength! This season, we’d like to introduce you to an organization that recently joined the program: the “La Récré Verte” association. Based in Lille, the association aims to raise awareness among children ages 3 to 11 about ecological transition and sustainable development (economic, ecological, and social aspects). The […]

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The MECANOR Project

The MECANOR Project

6 May 2026

The MECANOR² project wrapped up in 2023—here’s more on the results! What is MECANOR? This project by the CRPMEM (Regional Committee for Marine Fisheries and Aquaculture) of Hauts-de-France, in partnership with Ifremer, aims to assess trap fisheries in the Eastern Channel and North Sea using scientific data collected according to a standardized strategy. The project […]

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Alternatives to polystyrene boxes

Alternatives to polystyrene boxes

6 May 2026

Enacted in July 2021, the Climate Law bans polystyrene packaging after 2025, as waste from this material accounts for more than a third of the plastic found in the environment. But what about the fishing industry, where polystyrene reigns supreme? To address this, models of reusable and recyclable plastic crates were initially developed for fishmongers […]

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The Mr. Goodfish Contest

The Mr. Goodfish Contest

6 May 2026

 “Mr.Goodfish is launching its first cooking contest dedicated to sustainable, in-season fish.” Become an ambassador for responsible consumption of seafood!  Until April 30, 2023, Mr.Goodfish is accepting entries for the first edition of its cooking contest open to all restaurant professionals. Organized in partnership with the Albert II of Monaco Foundation and the National Academy […]

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Cephalopods

Cephalopods

6 May 2026

The word “cephalopod” comes from the Ancient Greek words *képhalé*, meaning “head,” and *pous*, meaning “foot”; these are animals with feet on their heads, specifically tentacles. This class within the phylum Mollusca includes octopuses, cuttlefish, squid, and nautiluses. Although very similar, these species each have their own distinct characteristics. Cuttlefish and squid have soft bodies […]