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Stakeholders Square off Over Maine's Leasing Process
Tensions over Maine’s aquaculture industry again spilled into the Legislature on Tuesday as lawmakers held a public hearing on a proposal that would conduct a broad review of the way state regulators approve leases.
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Sea farmers say aquaculture bill could hurt industry
The bill would revamp the permitting framework for state aquaculture leases, adding a variety of restrictions and safeguards.
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New Bedford Works to Vaccinate Fishing Communities
This past weekend, New Bedford held a vaccine clinic specifically geared towards those working in these industries. More are planned for this week.
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PFMC Approves Pacific Sardine Quota for 2021
The PFMC has approved management measures for the ‘northern’ stock of Pacific sardines for the season July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022.
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New Bedford health center administers 1100 vaccines
The new vaccination center on New Bedford's waterfront vaccinated 1,100 people on Saturday, many of whom work in the fishing industry, according to Greater New Bedford Community Health Center leadership.
Seafarers union looks to Alaska as it seeks hundreds of apprentice workers on contracted vessels
Study of US tuna fisheries explores nexus of climate change, sustainable seafood
ALASKA: Bering Sea fishermen likely had COVID-19 but still went to Unalaska bar. Now, locals have to quarantine.
Shucked by the pandemic, oyster market begins to open up
LOUISIANA: Gulf of Mexico crabbers keeping an eye on nearby states in light of tight supply in early 2021
China’s dietary advisory body calls for more seafood consumption to improve health
What Netflix’s Seaspiracy gets wrong about fishing, explained by a marine biologist
How Did the Pandemic Affect Ocean Conservation?
Pacific heat wave had lasting impacts on Gulf of Alaska marine species
One year into pandemic, seafood has become a “habit-driver”
New Jersey offshore wind to connect at 2 former power plants onshore
Swelling demand intensifying challenges facing China’s seafood processors
Second attempt at orange roughy MSC certification denied
Biden banks on offshore wind to help curb climate change
MAINE: Aquaculture, traditional fishing square off at public hearing on bill to review Maine’s lease process
Alaska’s Herring Seasons Winding Down in Sitka, Ketchikan, and Kodiak, Togiak Ahead
MAINE: Sea farmers say bill to prevent large-scale aquaculture could hurt entire industry
MASSACHUSETTS: You Can’t Scallop Over Zoom: New Bedford Works to Vaccinate Seafood and Fishing Communities
Japanese seafood industry confronting limits of wild-catch fisheries
For-hire Vessels and Tilefish Anglers: Reporting Requirements Reminder
As halibut decline, Alaska Native fishers square off against industrial fleet
Japan to start releasing treated Fukushima water into sea in 2 years
Key federal fisheries advisory panel loses Alaska Native voice
New study estimates three times more Red Snapper in Gulf of Mexico
- Biden banks on offshore wind to help curb climate change
- Biden administration proposes record $6.9 billion budget for NOAA
- SATS launches new campaign to spur US aquaculture expansion
Washington
- MAINE: Aquaculture, traditional fishing square off at public hearing on bill to review Maine’s lease process
- Seafarers union looks to Alaska as it seeks hundreds of apprentice workers on contracted vessels
- Alaska’s Herring Seasons Winding Down in Sitka, Ketchikan, and Kodiak, Togiak Ahead
State & Local
- NEILS STOLPE: It’s Not Just Windmills
- SEAN HORGAN: Chief Justice Roberts Takes Aim At Antiquities Act
- JERRY FRASER: Don’t look up: 30×30 dusts off an old scapegoat
Opinion
- Shucked by the pandemic, oyster market begins to open up
- One year into pandemic, seafood has become a “habit-driver”
- NOAA to reimburse monitoring costs
Economic Impact
- For-hire Vessels and Tilefish Anglers: Reporting Requirements Reminder
- PFMC Approves Pacific Sardine Fishing Levels for 2021
- Second attempt at orange roughy MSC certification denied
Fisheries Management
- Leaked US intelligence document calls for support of South American countries’ fight against Chinese IUU
- NOAA Office of Law Enforcement Names Three New Assistant Directors
- Emergency Action to Continue to Waive Observer Coverage
Enforcement
- Japanese seafood industry confronting limits of wild-catch fisheries
- Japan to start releasing treated Fukushima water into sea in 2 years
- Swelling demand intensifying challenges facing China’s seafood processors
International Trade
- Pacific heat wave had lasting impacts on Gulf of Alaska marine species
- Four nations make global call for action to curb marine plastics pollution
- Steep decline in giant sea turtles seen off US West Coast
Conservation & Environment
- Suit seeks to reverse Trump changes to sea turtle protection
- American Samoa loses fishing rights decision in Ninth Circuit
- US Chief Justice’s remarks set up likely showdown with Biden over fishing bans
Legal
- Key federal fisheries advisory panel loses Alaska Native voice
- Registration is Open for the Third Annual Mid-Atlantic Ocean Forum
- Recruitment Announcement – SAFMC Quantitative Fisheries Scientist
Council Actions
- FDA not meeting goals, following procedure on seafood warning letters, according to GAO report
- Gillnet Fishing: Closed Area I and Nantucket Lightship Closure Areas
- Effective on June 23 – Closed Area I Scallop Access Area is Closed for the Limited Access General Category Individual Fishing Quota Fleet
