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New Calculator Helps Oyster Growers Measure the Water Quality Benefits of Farms
By fisheries.noaa.gov. The new tool provides a science-based estimate of how much nitrogen oyster farms remove from local waterways. It generates a report that can be used in the aquaculture permitting process. When it comes to removing excess nutrients from waterways, shellfish are a powerhouse. The NOAA Milford Lab in Connecticut studies… SEE MORE
New Clues Reveal Genetic Diversity among Alaska's Harbor Porpoises
By fisheries.noaa.gov. Powerful tools reveal hidden structure of harbor porpoise population. Harbor porpoises are shy, elusive creatures that live in Alaska's coastal waters and are vital parts of the marine ecosystem. But how these animals are distributed and connected across the vast Alaskan waters remains a mystery. A new study published in the… SEE MORE
New Science Plan Outlines Research Priorities on Effects of Offshore Wind Development Along the West Coast
By fisheries.noaa.gov. NOAA Fisheries seeks to further build its expertise in this emerging ocean use. Offshore wind energy may represent the most significant new commercial use of the ocean seen in many decades. As new offshore wind technology emerges off the U.S. West Coast, NOAA Fisheries has developed a strategic… SEE MORE
Looking to the Future, Living in the Present: Supporting a Thriving and Resilient Seafood Industry
By fisheries.noaa.gov. Fall is a good time to pause and reflect—not just on the past, but also on what lies ahead. Assistant Administrator, Janet Coit, shares her thoughts on how NOAA Fisheries is working to ensure a bright future for the seafood community. October is National Seafood Month, and the… SEE MORE
Restoring Ecosystems and Rejuvenating Native Hawaiian Traditions in Maui
By fisheries.noaa.gov. With support from NOAA, Hawaiʻi Land Trust is restoring a 15th-century Native Hawaiian aquaculture site. This human-made ecosystem will provide food for community members and habitat for wildlife while protecting coral reefs offshore. In partnership with NOAA, the Hawaiʻi Land Trust (HILT) is restoring ecosystems and reestablishing Native Hawaiian connections to… SEE MORE
Celebrating Veterans Serving in Habitat Conservation
By fisheries.noaa.gov. Join us in celebrating Veterans Day and learn more about NOAA's Veterans Corps partnerships employing veterans in the habitat restoration field. This Veterans Day, join us in honoring military veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces and learn how NOAA and our partners work with… SEE MORE
Biden-Harris Administration, NOAA make $95 Million Available for Fish Passage as Part of Investing in America Agenda
By noaa.gov. Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will facilitate fish conservation efforts. Today, NOAA Fisheries announced two funding opportunities totaling $95 million through President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to support new fish passage projects, with one focused on tribes. Projects will help protect and restore migrating fish and their habitats, and… SEE MORE
2024 Alaska Symphony of Seafood Call for Entries
By nationalfisherman.com. Exciting updates to this year’s Alaska Symphony of Seafood competition make it better than ever for participants! With streamlined categories and more opportunities for your product to shine, the 2024 Alaska Symphony of Seafood is the perfect stage to showcase your latest Alaska seafood innovations and contribute to seafood excellence,… SEE MORE
Fishermen File Lawsuit Over Morro Bay Wind Farm
By Carli Stewart. Two commercial fishing groups from San Luis Obispo County have renewed their fight against a planned offshore wind project near Morro Bay, citing concerns about the potential impacts on the region’s fishing industry and marine environment. The Morro Bay Commercial Fishermen's Organization and the Port San Luis Commercial Fishermen… SEE MORE
Pacific Seafood to Acquire Trident Kodiak Plant
By nationalfisherman.com. Trident Seafoods and Pacific Seafood jointly announced that they have agreed in principle for Pacific to acquire Trident’s Kodiak processing operations. The companies are currently completing the due diligence process and expect to finalize the transaction in November. Both parties are united in their commitment to providing job security and ensuring… SEE MORE
AI Transforms Fisheries with Stocking, Processing, and Profit Boosts
By Paul Molyneaux. Artificial Intelligence (AI) will change fisheries in many ways. The advent of convolutional neural networks (CNN) has dramatically increased the power of computer vision systems used for stock assessments and bycatch monitoring. Other software programs interpret engine data and vessel performance data to increase efficiency and reduce… SEE MORE
Atlantic Herring Still Overfished, Recovery Uncertain
By Carli Stewart. The latest NOAA Fisheries assessment reveals that Atlantic herring, a key species for the Northeast’s fishing industry, remains overfished, though overfishing is no longer occurring. The newest stock assessment includes the latest catch data, survey results, and life history factors. While fishing pressure is under control, the long-term outlook… SEE MORE