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Broken Blade Investigation Still Ongoing
As Vineyard Wind and its turbine manufacturer battle in court over hundreds of millions in claims, a federal investigation into the blade failure at the center of the dispute remains ongoing nearly two years later.
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Marine Heat Waves Could Merge Off Pacific Coast
Scientists are tracking 2 marine heat waves off the Pacific coast. Will they merge?
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Trump Proposes 41% Cut to NOAA Fisheries
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed a 41 percent budget cut to NOAA Fisheries, which includes the removal of effectively all protected species and habitat conservation functions.
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Studies challenge menhaden 'gauntlet' theory
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.
NOAA Fisheries wants to ditch Atlantic herring monitors
Environmental groups sue over reopening of Northeast marine monument
MARYLAND: Eastern Shore seafood companies say potential crab import bans could threaten jobs, supply chains
MARYLAND: Maryland receives grant funding to develop Climate Resilient Fisheries Management Plan
MASSACHUSETTS: Nearly Two Years Later, Broken Blade Investigation Continues
Scientists are tracking 2 marine heat waves off the Pacific coast. Will they merge?
Trump proposes 41 percent cut to NOAA Fisheries budget, transferring ESA and MMPA responsibilities
Pilot Study Announced as Possible StepToward Bay-Specific Menhaden Data
SOUTH CAROLINA: South Carolina legislature approves two versions of shrimp labeling law
Coonamessett Farm Foundation Publishes Final Report entitled: Tension in the Air: Using a Tensiometer to Assess Dredge Fullness and Loss During Haul-back Comparing Different Dredge Configurations
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
- 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
- MASSACHUSETTS: Nearly Two Years Later, Broken Blade Investigation Continues
- MARYLAND: Eastern Shore seafood companies say potential crab import bans could threaten jobs, supply chains
- SOUTH CAROLINA: South Carolina legislature approves two versions of shrimp labeling law
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
- Trump proposes 41 percent cut to NOAA Fisheries budget, transferring ESA and MMPA responsibilities
- NOAA Fisheries wants to ditch Atlantic herring monitors
- Analysis: ASMFC Shows Double Standard on Jobs and Economic Impacts in Striped Bass and Menhaden Management
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
- Scientists are tracking 2 marine heat waves off the Pacific coast. Will they merge?
- A federal probe could change the status of Rice’s whales
- NOAA announces USD 99 million for Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund
Conservation & Environment
- Environmental groups sue over reopening of Northeast marine monument
- Enviros sue Trump admin to stop fishing in Atlantic monument
- Court Says Sunrise Wind Can Resume
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