Seafood Industry Victoria (SIV) is a not-for-profit, non-government organisation. SIV is the representative peak body for the Victorian seafood industry with a membership encompassing a broad range of stakeholders from across the seafood supply chain.
SIV aims to continue building and informing an ecologically sustainable and thriving seafood industry valued by the Victorian community.
SIV aims to continue building and informing an ecologically sustainable and thriving seafood industry valued by the Victorian community.
YOUR SEAFOOD INDUSTRY
SIV’s focus is to bring prominence to the people, places and products of the Victorian seafood industry, showcasing the diversity of knowledge and skills of the hard working members of your community who put fresh, local seafood on your plate. This united industry spans generations, ethnicities and regions - it deserves recognition and celebration!
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The Victorian seafood industry proudly practices sustainable fisheries management and is taking proactive measures to ensure a catch for tomorrow.
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Victorian harvested seafood is a local source of healthy food. Seafood has a relatively low carbon footprint compared to many other protein sources.
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For over 150 years Victorian seafood harvesters and their small businesses have been part of the fabric and economy of Victorian coastal communities.
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CHARTING A POSITIVE FUTUREThank you to those who provided feedback and suggestions on how SIV’s new 3-year Strategic Plan can best align to the priorities of industry. This high-level document outlines the broad focus areas that will guide SIV’s activities up to 2027.
Access our strategic plan here. |
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SUPPORTING VICTORIAN SEAFOODSeafood Industry Victoria is proud to host this exciting conference where we will be exploring the theme “Harvesting Opportunities and Grappling with Change”.
For our industry to move forward with confidence, it’s imperative we have the important discussions in areas such as carbon neutrality, climate change, impacts of industrial offshore projects, third party sustainability accreditation, animal welfare, biosecurity, international trade relations, market diversification and fishing property rights. Presentation topics and insightful keynotes have been carefully curated to ensure relevance to all stakeholders involved across Australia and NZ’s diverse lobster industry. A big part of any conference is networking! There will plenty of opportunity for offline chats, collaboration and sharing of ideas at the cocktail welcome event, afternoon drinks and a very special gala dinner! |
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SUPPORTING DIVERSITYSIV were proud to sponsor the Women in Seafood Australasia (WISA) Power Up Breakfast at last week’s Seafood Directions Conference in Hobart.
WISA's vision is that women are recognised as valued and equal contributors to the Australasian seafood industry. |
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TRAINING & CAREERSSIV has been working with Food & Primary Skills Victoria and Skills Insight to highlight the need for dedicated vocational courses to support careers in fisheries and aquaculture. The relevance of courses to upskill deckhands/farmhands/processors and improve their prospects for career progression have been called into question due to low enrolment levels.
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EVENT SPONSORSHIPSeafood Industry Victoria is proud to sponsor the San Remo Tidal Festival, celebrating the vibrant spirit of our coastal community. It was truly inspiring to witness the overwhelming support and togetherness throughout the event, highlighting the strong connection between our industry and the people we serve. Together, we continue to promote sustainable seafood and the rich maritime heritage that defines Victoria.
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STAY AFLOAT
Funding from the Australian Government Department for Health and Ageing has seen a national expansion of the Seafood Industry Mental Health and Wellbeing support Program – Stay Afloat. To deliver the national Stay Afloat program, Seafood Industry Australia have recruited Co-ordinators to lead the roll-out in each region with Skye Barrett being announced as the Victorian State Coordinator.
Skye has met with some of our seafood community members already, and will be making an effort to meet with fishers and farmers all over the coming years of the program. In the meantime, if you wish to have a chat or learn more about how you can get involved then Skye can be contacted anytime through the details below.
Skye Barrett, Vic Regional Coordinator – Stay Afloat
[email protected]
Skye has met with some of our seafood community members already, and will be making an effort to meet with fishers and farmers all over the coming years of the program. In the meantime, if you wish to have a chat or learn more about how you can get involved then Skye can be contacted anytime through the details below.
Skye Barrett, Vic Regional Coordinator – Stay Afloat
[email protected]
Sunderland marine
For those who may not be familiar with Sunderland Marine, they are a commercial marine insurer specialising in insurance for fishing, coastal and other specialist vessels. They provide Hull, Machinery and P&I Insurance to protect your interests against claims from third parties and other associated costs arising out of the ownership or operation of your vessel. This includes claims resulting from injured crew and passengers or damage to third party property.
Sunderland Marine also provide Aquaculture insurance for fish farms including stock mortality, equipment, and workboats.
For more information or to request a quote contact Sunderland Marine on (03) 9650 6288 or contact your local broker.
Sunderland Marine also provide Aquaculture insurance for fish farms including stock mortality, equipment, and workboats.
For more information or to request a quote contact Sunderland Marine on (03) 9650 6288 or contact your local broker.
