Fathom: getting below the surface of the UK fishing industry.

Another rapid-fire Fathom in response to the ongoing Covid-19 crisis, and examining its impacts on the fishing and seafood industries. After an extremely busy week of #FishToYourDoor campaign work, Paul and Chris dive into: The current state of the market - what's being landed and how are prices looking. How #FishToYourDoor has played out so far, and how it's helping merchants in Cornwal...

In response to Covid-19 and its immediate impact on the fishing industry,  Paul and Chris discuss the following topics:  The current state of the market in the south west  The emergency #FishtoYourDoor initiative set up by Seafood Cornwall to provide a matchmaking service to customers in isolation who want fresh fish delivered to their door with fish merchants and fishmongers who can provide a del...

Fishing is one of the most dangerous occupations in the world.  It takes its toll physically and mentally on the body and yet there is no occupational support for fishermen to access. The work is tough and the hours are long so getting home in time to make an appointment is almost impossible.  The SeaFit Programme has found a new way to help get fishermen fit and healthy, and help them stay that w...

Fishing is a career like no other.  Most fishermen say they wouldn't dream of doing anything else, it's a way of life. However, the employment statistics for the UK fleet published by Seafish in 2019, reveals the average age of a UK fisherman is 42 and the industry is struggling to attract young and ambitious school leavers into a career at sea. This month we're asking if it's...

Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the closed doors of the December Fisheries Council? How quotas get decided and what role your representatives play? Do they really stay up all night? Join the Fathom team as they get below the surface of this year's December Fisheries Council and find out why Mike Park, the CEO of The Scottish White Fish Producers Association (SWFPA), likens it to &a...

This month the Fathom team has been out on the quay talking about fishing safety. The new ILO 188 encompasses a new set of rules and regulations fishermen have to follow,  but what does it mean when it has to be put in to practice on the water? Fathom is here to help fishermen find out. In this episode, the team speak to NFFO's Safety Adviser and Safety Folder Founder, Robert Greenwood and Cl...

We are taking you on a deep dive into the Future of Our Inshore Fisheries Conference - a hugely significant event that took place just a few weeks ago. Of course, team Fathom were there. Join us to find out what the conference meant to fishermen, and hear from Government officials on what happens next.  Got thoughts? Get in touch @Fathom_Podcast 

A quick teaser on what you can expect from Fathom: real conversations with real fishermen and straight-talking experts on topics that include fishing regulation, safety, fish politics and stories from the sea.  The first episode of Fathom will be coming soon.  Your Fathom Hosts: > Harriet Yates-Smith, Mindfully Wired Communications > Chris Ranford, Fisheries Animateur Project > Paul Trebi...