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Trump, NOAA Boost U.S. Scallop Industry
President Donald Trump declared “National Scallops Day” as NOAA Fisheries prioritized expanding Atlantic sea scallop access on the Northern Edge of Georges Bank and advancing a long-sought permit-stacking policy.
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NOAA Fisheries Administrator Issues Statement
NOAA Fisheries Assistant Administrator Eugenio Piñeiro Soler today issued a statement outlining the agency’s priorities for reducing regulatory burdens on domestic fishermen and increasing U.S. seafood production
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NOAA Unveils America-First Seafood Priorities
Today, NOAA announced regional priorities to revitalize the U.S. seafood sector focused on reducing burdens on domestic fishing, increasing production, improving access, and enhancing economic profitability.
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Trump Seeks to Cut Fishing Regulations
The Trump administration moved to slash commercial fishing regulations from coast to coast on Thursday, including reopening New England waters to scallop fishing that was banned after overfishing.
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Virginia Secures $2M for Menhaden Study
The Virginia General Assembly has approved its two-year budget with an additional USD 2 million earmarked for menhaden research in the Chesapeake Bay thanks to an amendment by Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger.
Sustainable Scalloping Fund Celebrates National Scallops Day and the Opening of the Northern Edge and the Initiation of Scallop Permit Stacking
Trump administration seeking to reopen Northern Edge scallop grounds
Tech helps boaters slow down for the endangered North Atlantic right whale, though new federal protections unlikely
Trump administration sends deregulatory wish lists to regional fishery management councils
NEFMC splits Atlantic cod stock, but fishing advocates still take issue with management methods
CFF Receives New Funding to Expand Electronic Monitoring in the Atlantic Sea Scallop Fishery
NEFMC NEWS: June 2026 Council Meeting Summary
National Marine Fisheries study determines four genetically different cod populations in Gulf of Maine, southern New England, adjusts management
President Trump Declares ‘National Scallops Day’ as NOAA Prioritizes Opening Northern Edge and Permit Stacking
NOAA Fisheries Administrator Issues Statement on Reducing Burdens on Domestic Fishing and Increasing Production
NOAA announces regional priorities to advance America-first seafood strategy
Trump administration aims to cut regulations on US commercial fishing
LOUISIANA: Louisiana expands red snapper limits for Fourth of July weekend
Trump celebrates expanded scallop fishing with ‘National Scallops Day’ declaration
- President Trump Declares ‘National Scallops Day’ as NOAA Prioritizes Opening Northern Edge and Permit Stacking
- Trump administration aims to cut regulations on US commercial fishing
- Trump celebrates expanded scallop fishing with ‘National Scallops Day’ declaration
Washington
- NOAA Fisheries Administrator Issues Statement on Reducing Burdens on Domestic Fishing and Increasing Production
- LOUISIANA: Louisiana expands red snapper limits for Fourth of July weekend
- ALASKA: Commerce bypasses governors’ top picks for North Pacific Council seats
State & Local
- Column: New paper’s menhaden claims not backed by evidence
- Opinion: Fisheries need science, not opinions
- Alaska’s maritime economy works because we invest in people, not just projects
Opinion
- On eve of USMCA deadline, reports indicate Trump administration plans to deny extension
- FAO: Growth of global seafood trade set to ease while prices set for steady rise over the next decade
- New England fishing leaders explore economic opportunities during National Green Crab Week
Economic Impact
- NOAA announces regional priorities to advance America-first seafood strategy
- Sustainable Scalloping Fund Celebrates National Scallops Day and the Opening of the Northern Edge and the Initiation of Scallop Permit Stacking
- Trump administration seeking to reopen Northern Edge scallop grounds
Fisheries Management
- CALIFORNIA: California seafood restaurant fined for violating commercial fishing laws
- Alaska halibut fisherman convicted in ghost fishing scheme
- Florida Keys commercial fisherman is sentenced to jail on lobster charges
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
- Tech helps boaters slow down for the endangered North Atlantic right whale, though new federal protections unlikely
- NOAA Fisheries Trains for Whale Entanglement Response with New York and New Jersey Partners
- Speed Limits for Ships Protect Endangered Right Whales From Vessel Strikes. Could the Animals Survive Without Them?
Conservation & Environment
- Federal judge hears oral arguments in Pebble mine case, decision pending
- Trump defends Biden’s Alaska mine veto in court
- Environmental group sues federal government to boost protections for Pacific coast sunflower sea stars
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