Sprats
Sprats are small, oily fish, vital for the UK and Irish seafood industry, primarily caught in the North Sea and English Channel. They are a significant forage fish species.
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Seasonality
Peak season for sprats in the UK is typically autumn and winter (October-March). Spawning occurs in spring, with fishing generally avoided then.
Sustainability
Sprat stocks in the North Sea are generally considered healthy. Buyers should seek MSC-certified sources or those from well-managed fisheries for sustainability.
Culinary Uses
Often smoked, canned, or fried, sprats are popular as a snack or appetizer. They are also used for fishmeal and oil production.
UK & Ireland Industry
Significant landings occur at East Coast ports like Lowestoft and Peterhead. They are a key species for the UK's pelagic fishing fleet and processing sector.
Grimsby
Jack Sprats Limited is a retail sale of fish, crustaceans and molluscs in specialised stores company based in Grimsby, UK.
London, Greater London
Wholesale suppliers of a comprehensive range of fish and seafood including Alaskan Pollock, Atlantic Cod, Pacific Cod, Hake, Dogfish, Eels, Greenland Halibut, Alaskan Halibut, Pacific Salmon, Atlantic Salmon, Squid, Flounder, Dabs, Witch, Plaice, Shrimp, Whelk, Crab, Scallops, Pangasius, Yellowfin Tuna, Skipjack, Mahi Mahi, Sprats, Oilfish, Swordfish, Shark, Langoustines, Atlantic Mackerel, Pacific Mackerel, Sardines, Cooked and Peeled Prawns, Sea Bass, Tilapia, Blue Runners, Grouper.