Responsible Irish Fish

Revolutionise The Irish Fishing Industry!!!!!!
Below announcement from Minister Simon Coveney on his budget allocation to the marine industry yesterday.

BUDGET 2015 - Marine: € 76 Million
Included in the funding of the Marine sector is the sum of €11.5 million devoted to the new seafood development programme 2015, while a further €11.5 million of capital funding will be invested in fishery harbour capital works, which not only adds value and improvement to these harbours but also contributes heavily to the local economies of the areas concerned. Some €6.3 million is allocated to investments in aquaculture and fish processing projects, while close to €47million is allocated to fund the marketing and development functions of BIM, the research role of the Marine Institute and the regulatory and control functions of the Seafood Protection Authority.

BEST PLACE TO GO WILD IN IRELAND CONTEST!!!
The Irish Times has chosen five finalists in the Best Place to Go Wild in Ireland contest. They are: Clare Island, Co Mayo; the Erris region, Co Mayo; the Beara peninsula, Cos Cork and Kerry; the Donegal coast from Killybegs to Ardara; and the Fermanagh lakelands.
Our coastal counties have performed very well in the competition. Another platform to showcase this great natural resource of ours and another reason to support Irish fishing communities. Our photo earlier today was taken from one of the finalist locations!!! Can you name it?
And not to forget our fishermen!! - photo of lobster pot from a previous fishing era!! - No need to worry about the quality of the steel!!!!

Its "NATIONAL FISH & CHIPS DAY"!!!
Be patriotic and ensure you have fish today. As per our motto -
Support our fishing communities….cook it, taste it ,love it!

Make sure you buy fish displaying the RIF label.

This Mayo sunset illuminates our precious natural resource, our surrounding fishing grounds. Be part of an initiative to promote eating healthy Irish fish.

Support our fishing communities….
cook it, taste it ,love it!
* The fish/shellfish bearing our logo is fully traceable back to an Irish vessel.
* Buying this seafood helps maintain jobs on Irish vessels.
* Purchasing this seafood creates jobs in the Irish seafood processing industry as the more of our own fish we eat means more processing and distribution being carried out in Ireland.
* Consumers can have confidence in the origins
of what seafood they are eating and that it
was caught responsibly.

Have a HAKE!! Like our page - love a hake!!
Its the new "in fish", that has become increasingly popular in recent years. It is part of the Cod family, yet it is a more delicate fish with a subtle taste. Gorgeous, baked, grilled or fried. Treat yourself today!! Hake is one of the species that is being fished under the Responsible Irish Fish programme, so check the Hake you buy has the RIF brand. Enjoy!!

We did the "Fish Facts" previously, here are some startling statistics from the Irish Seafood Industry. Please continue to like our posts, and share our page. By the way, did you have fish on Good Friday?
◾Exports of Irish seafood during 2012 amounted to €493 million, an increase of 18% on 2011. The domestic market was worth €329 million.
◾60% of Irish seafood is exported to 54 countries around the world with approximately 65% to EU, 14% to Africa and 4% to Asia, 3% to the Middle East, 2% to Russia and 1% to USA.
◾Ireland harvests over 40 different types of high quality seafood including salmon, whitefish, pelagic and shellfish species.
◾The Irish seafood industry generates an estimated 12,000 jobs, supporting the economic viability of many rural and coastal communities.
◾The number of fishing vessels in EU Member States amounted to 83,014 in 2011. In 2011 Ireland had 2,176 fishing vessels; 2.6% of the EU fishing fleet.

ITS GOOD FRIDAY!!! Like our page - like our post!!!
Please ensure you are eating Irish fish today. There are many varieties available - hake, cod, whiting, mackerel to name but a few. A lot of fresh fish in our shops today comes filleted, skinned and accompanied with a dressing, pre-packed and just ready to cook . Cooking and eating fish has become so easy. In line with the simplicity, it provides you with very high nutritional values. Health experts say we should be eating at least 2 portions of fish per week. So this Good Friday, don't be afraid of fish - "Embrace A Fin!!" This fishing boat is part of the Responsible Irish Fish programme, catching Irish fish in a responsible manner. Please continue to support RIF branded fish. Thank you.

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON..... TO GOOD FRIDAY!!!
Lets all make an effort this week to promote eating fish and especially Irish fish. We need to raise the awareness of this fabulous food and the availability of locally sourced fish and shellfish. Watch out for Mr Goods Fabulous Fish range just launched in Tesco. Particularly, the 'Heavenly Zesty Lemon Hake Fillets' landed from Responsible Irish Fish trawlers. We need more people eating Irish fish!! To assist us in raising awareness for Irish fish and promoting a high quality product, please also like our page and share this post!!

GREAT NEWS FROM GOOD FISH!!
Good Fish is delighted to be supporting Irish Fishermen by adopting the Responsible Irish Fish label for Irish fish and shellfish.
Denis Good, Managing Director, Good Fish: “We believe this Scheme will protect and develop the Fishing Industry and we know that our customers are keen to buy fresh Irish Seafood whenever possible and this Scheme will provide them with the quality and assurance they want.”
Speaking on behalf of Responsible Irish - Fish Frank Fleming said: “Consumers are looking for convenience and quality, and it’s great to see these being delivered through certain species with the new Mr. Good’s Fabulous Fish range in Irish Retailers and through the Good Fish Retail Shops ”

NEWSFLASH WITH NEWSTALK!!!!
"When Bobby Met Frank........"
Bobby Kerr will interview Frank Flemming on Newstalk 106-108FM tomorrow (Saturday) on 'Down To Business' at 11.20am regarding Responsible Irish Fish. Set your alarms, spread the word and listen in!!!

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FRIDAY FIVE FISH FACTS!!!! Next time you are tucking into your fish and chips, consider these interesting global Fish Facts!! Make sure you are eating Irish fish!!
•Fish have been on the earth for more than 450 million years. Fish were well established long before dinosaurs roamed the earth.
•There are over 25,000 identified species of fish on the earth.
•It is estimated that there may still be over 15,000 fish species that have not yet been identified.
•There are more species of fish than all the species of amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals combined.
•40% of all fish species inhabit fresh water, yet less than .01% of the earth's water is fresh water.

GET ASKING, TALKING AND SHARING......
Please let us know if you have been able to source fish in your local supermarket/shop that bears the Responsible Irish Fish logo. Look for the logo or ask shop assistants if it is stocked. We welcome your feedback and appreciate any comments.