May 15, 2020 — The following was released by the Oceans Caucus Foundation:
The world has been profoundly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, and the US seafood sector is no exception. From grounding of fleets to halting production at processing plants, fisheries and seafood companies are being affected to a degree never before experienced. How has the seafood sector been impacted by COVID-19, and what are the potential long-term implications of the pandemic, state closures, and physical distancing measures?
The Oceans Caucus Foundation (OCF) and the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) are hosting a briefing highlighting how COVID-19 is impacting the American seafood sector. Hear directly from seafood industry leaders about the potential long-term economic, social, and environmental impacts of the global pandemic.