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Fishing Takes Center Stage in Alaska Race
Members of Congress routinely post news releases on legislation they introduce and cosponsor, including for Alaska's delegation, a plethora of seafood legislation impacting the seafood industry.
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Alaska salmon catch swells to 29.5 million
Alaska's commercial salmon catch jumped from 21.2 million to 29.5 million for the seven days through July 14, as retail prices generally held, with 24% of the projected annual harvest now met.
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Jonah Crab Fishery Grows as Lobsters Decline
From the docks at the Port of Galilee in Narragansett, fishermen are selling lobster, but they’re also selling Jonah crab, a crustacean that’s been making itself at home near offshore wind turbines.
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Fishing Nets Help Defend Ukraine From Drones
Local fishing nets, once bound for recycling, are now saving lives in Ukraine. The spent nets are being repurposed to protect soldiers from Russian drone attacks.
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$15M NSF Award Boosts Seafood Industry
The NSF has awarded $15 million to launch the Seafood Engine in New England, supporting technology, innovation, and collaboration to strengthen the U.S. seafood industry and boost American seafood competitiveness.
WASHINGTON: ‘Real consequences’: Washington congresswoman questions Bonneville for ending salmon hatchery funds
MAINE: Maine seeks new ESA tools to speed Atlantic salmon recovery
Golden-sponsored bill to extend pause on new lobster fishing rules
Trump hits Brazil with 25 percent tariffs, but seafood manages to win exceptions
US congressional committee votes to extend moratorium on new right whale regulations through 2035
Sentient Media Article Omits Major Scientific Debate Over Forage Fish
Gulf lawmakers aim to extend state borders to 9 miles offshore
CALIFORNIA: Calif. salmon fleet returns under limited season three-year closure
NSF awards $15M to launch New England Seafood Engine
Sullivan, Peltola battle for Alaska fishing vote in Senate race
ALASKA: Alaska salmon catch swells to 29.5 million
Offshore wind turbines create home for Jonah crabs in New England as lobster population declines
From making a living to saving lives: spent fishing nets are snaring Russian drones in Ukraine
Seafood Harvesters of America Releases National Policy Roadmap to Strengthen U.S. Seafood Competitiveness
- Golden-sponsored bill to extend pause on new lobster fishing rules
- US congressional committee votes to extend moratorium on new right whale regulations through 2035
- US bill would allow tribes to kill more sea lions along Columbia River
Washington
- Sullivan, Peltola battle for Alaska fishing vote in Senate race
- ALASKA: Alaska salmon catch swells to 29.5 million
- WASHINGTON: ‘Real consequences’: Washington congresswoman questions Bonneville for ending salmon hatchery funds
State & Local
- Editorial: Menhaden study should provide data needed for bay management
- Column: New paper’s menhaden claims not backed by evidence
- Opinion: Fisheries need science, not opinions
Opinion
- Trump hits Brazil with 25 percent tariffs, but seafood manages to win exceptions
- June shelf-stable sales defy inflationary pressure at US retail; fresh, frozen sales affected
- Shipping rates still high; mixed signs of relief could be damaged by latest vessel attacks
Economic Impact
- Seafood Harvesters of America Releases National Policy Roadmap to Strengthen U.S. Seafood Competitiveness
- Gulf lawmakers aim to extend state borders to 9 miles offshore
- Pacific bluefin tuna working group meeting ends without recommendations
Fisheries Management
- NOAA again cites Mexico for illegal fishing as Southern Shrimp Alliance calls for seafood import ban
- NOAA identifies six foreign governments engaging in IUU fishing, including Russia and China
- CALIFORNIA: California seafood restaurant fined for violating commercial fishing laws
Enforcement
- Aquatic animal and terrestrial meat trades now almost on par, FAO report finds
- Our Ocean Conference results in USD 6.4 billion in global commitments toward blue economic advancements
- EU proposing complete ban on Russian cod, restrictions on other species
International Trade
- Offshore wind turbines create home for Jonah crabs in New England as lobster population declines
- From making a living to saving lives: spent fishing nets are snaring Russian drones in Ukraine
- Trump administration rolls back definition of “harm” in Endangered Species Act
Conservation & Environment
- Environmental groups sue government to stop a big change to the Endangered Species Act
- CBD sues NOAA Fisheries over lack of queen conch protections
- Nonprofit sues Trump administration to learn why it’s modifying right whale speed rule
Legal
- NEFMC NEWS: June 2026 Council Meeting Summary
- Western Pacific Council Appointments Strengthen Commercial Fishing, Regional Fisheries Expertise
- Council Focuses on Timely Implementation of Fishery Specifications; Recommends Changes to Habitat Research Area