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Post by SHARK on Apr 21, 2009 21:22:43 GMT 1
THE welcome boost in fish supplies to the key Humber markets has continued into the post-Easter period.
Grimsby handled over 6,000 boxes yesterday, and with a further 4,500 boxes likely today, is expecting plenty of fish for the rest of the week thanks to uninterrupted fishing activity around Iceland and the Faroes.
Local merchants said the continuing cold weather meant a strong demand for fish and chips, which was helping business. However, the early Easter meant a disappointing seaside trade this year.
Grimsby FMA chief executive Steve Norton said the trade was delighted to see fish continuing to come in large quantities - it was what the port needed at this time.
Meanwhile, M&J Seafoods, one of Britain’s leading fish suppliers to the hotel and catering trade, said supplies should be decent with plenty of haddock available.
This was despite the fact that the weekend weather on the Scottish fishing grounds had forced many vessels to stop fishing. There were also signs that the winds could pick up again this coming weekend, which may impact on landings for the start of April.
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