Challenges and Opportunities in the Nova Scotian Seafood Industry: with Mike McGlone, Afishionado
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Mike McGlone, General Manager of Afishionado Fishmongers, discusses his 30-year career in fish-mongering, along with the incredible opportunities for the Nova Scotian seafood industry!
Afishionado focuses on local, sustainable, and responsible sourcing, working with small-scale fisheries and independent retailers. They offer a subscription service for weekly fish deliveries and have won awards for their smoked salmon. In his chat with your hosts, Matt and Anuj, Mike emphasizes the importance of transparency and relationships with fishermen, highlighting their impact on thousands of lives in rural communities. Afishionado aims to expand its reach and improve packaging for better sustainability. Mike also discusses the challenges of logistics in the Nova Scotian fishing industry and the need for consumer education on sustainable seafood practices.
To learn more about Afishionado: https://afishionado.ca/
To get in contact with Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-mcglone-22681540/
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