International Institute of Fisheries Economics & Trade (IIFET)

05/14/2026

Early Bird Registration Extended — Through May 24

Register now to take advantage of early bird rates!

Hosted by the University of the Faroe Islands.

04/18/2026

Here’s a draft schedule to help with your planning. The full scientific program is in development and will be announced when available.

Mon, 17 Aug

Pre-Conference Workshop: Location Choice Modelling in Fisheries (9 am–12 pm)
Industry/Policy Day (1–5 pm)
Welcome Reception & Check-in (5–7 pm)

Tues, 18 Aug

Opening Ceremony & Awards (8:30–10 am)
Keynotes & Concurrent Sessions (10 am–5 pm)
Poster Session & Reception (5–6:30 pm)

Wed, 19 Aug

Keynotes & Concurrent Sessions (10 am–5 pm)

Thu, 20 Aug

Keynotes & Concurrent Sessions (10 am–5 pm)
Closing Ceremony (5–5:30 pm)
Banquet (6–9 pm)

Fri, 21 Aug

Optional excursions (additional cost) (COMING SOON!)

03/02/2026

The IIFET Executive Committee is pleased to announce the 2026 recipients of the IIFET Fellow and Distinguished Service Award.

Dr. Madan Dey of Texas State University has been selected as the 2026 IIFET Fellow in recognition of his influential contributions to fisheries and aquaculture economics. His research and policy work, particularly on seafood production and markets in lower-income countries, has advanced the field while strengthening research capacity globally.

The Committee has also selected two recipients of the Distinguished Service Award. Dr. Tony Charles of Saint Mary’s University is honored for his decades of leadership and service to IIFET, as well as his lasting contributions to fisheries economics, policy, and mentorship. Dr. Kuperan Viswanathan of Universiti Utara Malaysia is recognized for his distinguished leadership and service to the profession, with especially significant contributions to improving the welfare of fishing communities in the Global South.

We look forward to celebrating these achievements at IIFET 2026 Faroe Islands, where all three honorees will be featured as key speakers. Additional details will be shared in the coming months.

Please join us in congratulating Kuperan, Madan, and Tony on these well-deserved honors.

01/25/2026

We’re excited to invite submissions for IIFET 2026, taking place 17–22 August 2026 in Tórshavn, Faroe Islands, and to share details about two Best Paper Award opportunities available to students and early-career researchers.
1. Best Student Paper Award (sponsored by NOAA Fisheries)
2. Additional Best Paper Award (Details Coming Soon)

IIFET will also offer a Best Paper Award open to:
Students (as defined above), and
Early-career researchers (within 5 years of completing their highest degree).
This award will include participant support for IIFET 2026.
Please note: students may apply to only one of the two paper awards, not both.
Tentative Paper submission period:
1 February – 23 March 2026

We look forward to receiving your abstracts and showcasing outstanding research at IIFET 2026 in the Faroe Islands!

12/10/2025

We invite contributions for IIFET 2026 Faroe Islands related to the economics of fisheries, seafood, and aquaculture. Submissions aligned with the conference themes listed below are especially encouraged.

Deadline: 31 December 2025
Decisions issued: 25 January 2026

General Session Topics
We invite submissions related to (but not limited to):
• Aquaculture Economics & Markets
• Certification of Fisheries & Aquaculture
• Contributions of Fisheries & Aquaculture to Nutrition, Food Security, & Poverty Alleviation
• Economic, Bioeconomic, & Ecological-Economic Modeling
• Economics of Food & Nutrition Security
• Economics of Recreational Fisheries & Tourism
• Fishery Governance, Policy, & Management
• Gender Dimensions of Aquaculture & Fisheries
• Governance & Management of High Seas & Straddling Stock Fisheries
• Governing for Resilience in Aquatic Food Systems
• International Trade, Agreements, Barriers, & Conflicts
• Managing Small-Scale & Developing Country Fisheries
• Ocean Equity & Inclusion: Distributional Justice
• Rights-Based Fishery Management & Co-Management
• Seafood Markets, Trade, & Consumer Behavior
• Value Chains in Fisheries & Aquaculture

Why submit early?
Early submission is intended for:
• Authors seeking conference participant support
• Participants who may need extra time for visa approval
• Best Student Paper Award applicants*

10/22/2025

Nominations are now open for two of IIFET’s most prestigious honors: the IIFET Fellow Award and the Distinguished Service Award (DSA). Both awards will be presented at the IIFET 2026 Conference in the Faroe Islands.
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🌟 IIFET Fellow Award

This award recognizes individuals who have made substantial, long-term contributions to the economics of fisheries, aquaculture, or seafood trade through research, teaching, service, or policy impact.
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🌟 Distinguished Service Award (DSA)

Since 1994, the DSA has recognized individuals who have strengthened connections across academia, industry, and government and contributed significantly to the exchange of knowledge and perspectives on global fisheries issues.

📅 Deadline for both awards: 15 November 2025

We encourage you to recognize colleagues whose contributions have shaped our field and strengthened our community.

10/12/2025

We are excited to announce that the IIFET 2026 Faroe Islands website is now live!

Visit www.iifet2026.com for all your conference planning needs. The site will be updated regularly as new information becomes available. Visit us often for the latest information!

Join us in Tórshavn, Faroe Islands, from August 17–21, 2026, for the next International Institute of Fisheries Economics and Trade (IIFET) conference - a global forum connecting experts, policymakers, researchers, and industry professionals from all over the world.

10/06/2025

Special Session proposals are open for IIFET 2026!

Special Sessions are a key part of the conference program and we welcome creative ideas on any aspect of fisheries, seafood, or aquaculture economics—including (but not limited to) the topics listed below.

How to Propose a Special Session:

Complete the Special Session submission form by 15 October 2025.

Session Formats

Open Call – Anyone can submit an abstract under your session’s theme. As Session Organizer, you’ll select which accepted abstracts to include.
Invited Speaker – You invite specific authors to submit abstracts and select only those invited papers.

Abstract Review

Invited Speaker sessions: Hosts review all invited abstracts for acceptance or rejection.
Open Call sessions: Hosts must review accepted abstracts to decide which to include and may also help with acceptance/rejection if they wish.

Conference Topics

Aquaculture Economics & Markets
Certification of Fisheries and Aquaculture & Consumer Behaviour
Contributions of Fisheries & Aquaculture to Nutrition, Food Security, & Poverty Alleviation in Developing Countries
Economic, Bioeconomic, & Ecological-Economic Modeling
Economics of Recreational Fisheries & Tourism
Fishery Governance, Policy, & Management
Governance & Management of High Seas & Straddling Stock Fisheries
Governing for Resilience in Aquatic Food Systems
International Trade, Agreements, Barriers, & Conflicts
Managing Small-Scale & Developing Country Fisheries
Ocean Equity & Inclusion: Distributional Justice
Rights-Based Fishery Management & Co-Management
Seafood Markets, Trade, & Consumer Behaviour
The Economics of Food & Nutrition Security
The Gender Dimensions of Aquaculture & Fisheries
Value Chains in Fisheries & Aquaculture

Bring your best ideas and help shape the conversation in the Faroe Islands!

Submit your proposal by 15 October 2025 through the Special Session submission form.

07/09/2025

IIFET is pleased to announce that the pre-proposal period to host the IIFET 2028 Biennial Conference is now open!

This is the first time IIFET is implementing a pre-proposal stage, designed to streamline the planning process and encourage early interest. It gives potential hosts the opportunity to share initial ideas and receive early feedback before preparing a full proposal.

Pre-proposals are due by 31 August 2025 and will be reviewed by the IIFET Executive Committee. Selected applicants will be invited to submit full proposals in October 2025.

We encourage interested institutions to take advantage of this opportunity. Hosting the IIFET biennial conference is a chance to:

Showcase your work and region
Raise your international profile
Contribute to the advancement of research and collaboration in fisheries economics, aquaculture, and seafood trade

Key Dates – IIFET 2028 Conference Selection Process

Pre-proposal announced: June 2025
Pre-proposal deadline: August 2025
Invitations for full proposals: October 2025
Full proposal deadline: February 2026
Final decision: May 2026
Official host announcement: At IIFET 2026 Faroe Islands (17-21 Aug 2026)

We look forward to receiving your ideas!

06/01/2025

Join Us for IIFET 2026 in the Faroe Islands!

Save the date! The International Institute of Fisheries Economics and Trade (IIFET) 2026 Conference will take place in the stunning Faroe Islands from 17–21 August 2026.

Dive into the latest insights in fisheries and aquaculture economics and seafood trade, network with global experts, and immerse yourself in the rich culture and breathtaking scenery of this unique destination.

More details coming soon—we look forward to seeing you there!