Seafood Industry Victoria (SIV) is a not-for-profit, non-government organisation. SIV is the representative peak body for the Victorian seafood industry, from professional fishers through to wholesale, processors and retail.
WE ARE YOUR SEAFOOD INDUSTRY!
Showcasing the unity and diversity of people, jobs and skills in the amazing Seafood industry, the hard working members of your community who put fresh, local seafood on your plate. A united industry that spans generations, ethnicities and regions.
An industry that deserves recognition and celebration!
An industry that deserves recognition and celebration!
NEWS
Amended Prohibition Notice -Gippsland Lakes
On 8 February 2023, Primesafe issues an amended Notice to seafood businesses prohibiting certain seafood intended for sale for human consumption from being harvested in the Gippsland Lakes region. A further report from an authorised officer under the Seafood Safety Act 2003, detailing updated advice from the Deputy Chief Health Officer and additional seafood sampling results from the region, which indicates a reduced likelihood of contamination in crabs and bugs.
Amended notice which now applies as follows:
(i) The prohibition on the commercial harvesting of crabs and bugs, intended for sale for human consumption, from inside of the Gippsland Lakes is revoked.
(ii) The requirement for commercial seafood operators harvesting fin fish for sale for human consumption from inside the Gippsland Lakes to gut and gill fin fish remains in place.
On 8 February 2023, Primesafe issues an amended Notice to seafood businesses prohibiting certain seafood intended for sale for human consumption from being harvested in the Gippsland Lakes region. A further report from an authorised officer under the Seafood Safety Act 2003, detailing updated advice from the Deputy Chief Health Officer and additional seafood sampling results from the region, which indicates a reduced likelihood of contamination in crabs and bugs.
Amended notice which now applies as follows:
(i) The prohibition on the commercial harvesting of crabs and bugs, intended for sale for human consumption, from inside of the Gippsland Lakes is revoked.
(ii) The requirement for commercial seafood operators harvesting fin fish for sale for human consumption from inside the Gippsland Lakes to gut and gill fin fish remains in place.
Rock Lobster Code of Practice
Fishing Industry Leadership & Representation Training - Ready to GO
Fishing Industry Leadership Training is now available to all within the seafood industry. Through a project funded by the Australian Government and a collaboration between the Professional Fishers Association, Seafood Industry Victoria, Wildcatch Fisheries SA and the Australian Maritime & Fisheries Academy, a comprehensive online learning tool has been developed.
The training is a free, self-paced online system made by fishers to help fishers. If you are interested in enrolling into the training please click on the link -https://fishingindustry.matrixlms.com/contact_visitor
Enter your name, email address, phone number. Login details will be sent to your email to start the course.
Fishing Industry Leadership Training is now available to all within the seafood industry. Through a project funded by the Australian Government and a collaboration between the Professional Fishers Association, Seafood Industry Victoria, Wildcatch Fisheries SA and the Australian Maritime & Fisheries Academy, a comprehensive online learning tool has been developed.
The training is a free, self-paced online system made by fishers to help fishers. If you are interested in enrolling into the training please click on the link -https://fishingindustry.matrixlms.com/contact_visitor
Enter your name, email address, phone number. Login details will be sent to your email to start the course.
First National Biosecurity Strategy Released
Federal Agriculture Minister Murray Watt release Australia's first National Biosecurity Strategy. The Strategy agreed upon by the states and territories, would set the strategy for tackling escalating biosecurity risks over the coming decade.
The strategy sets out six priority areas for governments, including "shared biosecurity culture, stronger partnerships, highly skilled workforce, coordinated preparedness, integration supported by technology, research and data, and sustainable investment.
Download the strategy here
Federal Agriculture Minister Murray Watt release Australia's first National Biosecurity Strategy. The Strategy agreed upon by the states and territories, would set the strategy for tackling escalating biosecurity risks over the coming decade.
The strategy sets out six priority areas for governments, including "shared biosecurity culture, stronger partnerships, highly skilled workforce, coordinated preparedness, integration supported by technology, research and data, and sustainable investment.
Download the strategy here
SIV Board Meetings - Chair Summary
The SIV Board regularly meets to discuss and assess current industry issues.
A summary of those meetings can be accessed here.
Victorian Rock Lobster Committee - Chair Summary
The VRLC meets monthly to discuss any and all issues that impacts the rock lobster industry. A summary of those meetings can be accessed here.
The SIV Board regularly meets to discuss and assess current industry issues.
A summary of those meetings can be accessed here.
Victorian Rock Lobster Committee - Chair Summary
The VRLC meets monthly to discuss any and all issues that impacts the rock lobster industry. A summary of those meetings can be accessed here.
Annual report
Seafood Industry Victoria is pleased to present the Annual Report for 2020/2021 and 2021/2022
Sustainability and Responsibility
The Victorian seafood industry proudly practices sustainable fisheries management and is taking proactive measures to ensure a catch for tomorrow
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Local and healthy seafood
Victorian harvested seafood is a local source of healthy food. Seafood is crucial for providing micronutrients and protein, especially for pregnant women, growing children and the elderly
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Regional communities
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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