Fishing as one of humanity’s oldest professions, which has been profoundly altered in recent years. Modern fishing has drifted towards “predatory practices and technology” that undermines sustainable practices. This imbalance has taken a toll on the marine ecosystem...
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Nature’s Friendliest Protector – The Humble Mangrove
Every year on July 26th the world celebrates World Mangrove Day. This year it aims to raise awareness about the crucial mangrove ecosystem, to promote the conservation and sustainable growth of mangrove forests. Overall, mangroves are disappearing 3 to 5 times faster...
Oceanpick Founder Irfan Thassim dreams of 100-year Sri Lankan barramundi legacy
In his mid-40s, Irfan Thassim had a comfortable position as the CEO of a subsidiary of one of the largest and most admired companies in Sri Lanka. Thassim had been with his company – a major player in the country’s textile and apparel industry – for 20 years. While he...
Oceanpick premium product Barramundi enters Europe
Oceanpick, Sri Lanka’s first and South Asia’s largest oceanic finfish farm, has reached another momentous milestone for its ocean-grown Barramundi having successfully entered the European market through its strategic partnership with Kangamiut Seafood. Kangamiut...
Denmark’s Kangamiut teams with Sri Lankan Barramundi producer
Sri Lankan barramundi farmer Oceanpick is entering the European market for the first time through a partnership with Danish seafood supplier and exporter Kangamiut Seafood, which is part of Denmark's Kangamiut Group. Oceanpick farms barramundi in northeastern Sri...