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Studies challenge ‘gauntlet’ theo
Two independent analyses are pushing back on a key claim driving current Atlantic menhaden management discussions, that Virginia’s reduction fishery is preventing fish from reaching Maryland waters.
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Breaking Barriers to “Big Earth Data”
Dr. Eli Holmes recognized for a lifetime achievement of accelerating Open Science.
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Menhaden Group Alleges ASMFC Double Standard
Menhaden Fisheries Coalition argues that federal fisheries managers treated economic concerns differently when weighing striped bass and menhaden management decisions.
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Federal Probe May Change Rice’s Whale Status
The National Marine Fisheries Service has started a review that could remove the endangered status from Rice's whales as the federal government has increased efforts to promote oil drilling of U.S. shores.
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Whale Protections Could Be Delayed to 2035
For roughly 380 right whales left in the North Atlantic, which can die after getting tangled in fishing ropes or hit by ships, the Trump administration said this month it wants to delay new protections by almost a decade
MARYLAND: Maryland receives grant funding to develop Climate Resilient Fisheries Management Plan
Enviros sue Trump admin to stop fishing in Atlantic monument
Atlantic Menhaden Recertified for Another Five Years as a Marine Stewardship Council Sustainable Fishery
TRCP Video Series Is Latest Campaign to Spread Falsehoods About Atlantic Menhaden Fishery
Chesapeake Bay Foundation Continues Spreading False Claims in Latest Attack on Atlantic Menhaden Fishery
Studies challenge ‘gauntlet’ theory in Chesapeake menhaden debate
Breaking Barriers to “Big Earth Data”
Menhaden group claims ASMFC applied a double standard on economic impacts
A federal probe could change the status of Rice’s whales
NORTH CAROLINA: Pilot project extends summer red snapper season 62 days
Seafood Expo Global/Seafood Processing Global Brings More Than 35,500 Industry Professionals, the Largest Attendance in the Event’s History
CONNECTICUT: may allow smaller out-of-state lobsters to be sold here – which supporters say could lower prices
Coonamessett Farm Foundation Releases Final Report on Scallop Dredge Configurations and Catch Efficiency
ASMFC Honors 2026 Annual Award of Excellence Recipients
- Trump Administration says it supports Rep. Golden’s proposal to delay right whale regulation
- Bill to delay right whale regulations gains support from Trump and Maine fishermen
- US House passes Farm Bill with some seafood amendments attached
Washington
- NORTH CAROLINA: Pilot project extends summer red snapper season 62 days
- CONNECTICUT: may allow smaller out-of-state lobsters to be sold here – which supporters say could lower prices
- MARYLAND: Maryland receives grant funding to develop Climate Resilient Fisheries Management Plan
State & Local
- Congressional investment in science essential to protect our ocean
- BEN LANDRY: Call to shut down menhaden fishery is unwarranted
- Peter Navarro: Trump lifts Biden’s fish ban to lower your grocery bill
Opinion
- Menhaden group claims ASMFC applied a double standard on economic impacts
- Seafood underperforming in e-commerce but still has major potential, according to retail reports
- Sea Grant workshops train the future of the fisheries industry
Economic Impact
- Analysis: ASMFC Shows Double Standard on Jobs and Economic Impacts in Striped Bass and Menhaden Management
- Trump, DeSantis herald extended Atlantic red snapper season
- Trump pays more offshore wind farm developers to switch to fossil fuel production
Fisheries Management
- United States Pushes for Stronger Action to Fight Illegal Fishing and Sustainably Manage Fisheries in the North Pacific
- US Fish and Wildlife Service seizes 50,000 shark fins in coordinated enforcement
- Hidden scallops scheme lands New Jersey captain, dealer in federal court
Enforcement
- Activist group deliberately rams Aker krill fishing vessel
- Global Labor Justice demands seafood companies enact enforceable brand agreements to protect fisher rights
- Cooke set to take operational control of Avramar Greece
International Trade
- A federal probe could change the status of Rice’s whales
- NOAA announces USD 99 million for Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund
- Atlantic Menhaden Recertified for Another Five Years as a Marine Stewardship Council Sustainable Fishery
Conservation & Environment
- Enviros sue Trump admin to stop fishing in Atlantic monument
- Court Says Sunrise Wind Can Resume
- In court, Pebble developer says 27 salmon stand in the massive mine’s way
Legal
- ASMFC Honors 2026 Annual Award of Excellence Recipients
- Final Supplemental Materials for ASMFC 2026 Spring Meeting Now Available
- ASMFC 2026 Spring Meeting Supplemental Materials Now Available