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Federal cybersecurity mandate stirs concern in Alaska fishing industry
A cybersecurity policy change coming down from the federal government is drawing backlash from Alaska’s commercial fishing industry. The concern is the change could hobble fishermen and processors operating in remote areas around the state where internet and cellular service are unreliable or unavailable.
Partners hatch a project to return Alaska king crab stock to health
An ambitious campaign is underway to boost the population of lucrative red king crab in Alaska’s Bering Sea. The project centers on a newly constructed shellfish hatchery housed in the Trident Seafoods processing plant at St. Paul, a remote island community at the heart of the Bering Sea. St. Paul has long depended on crab landings to support the local economy, but the stocks have struggled in recent years.
A ‘worthwhile effort’ to address trawl bottom contact
Jon Kurland, Alaska regional administrator for the National Marine Fisheries Service, agreed to take questions on the issue of trawl gear touching bottom and the pollock industry’s Gear Innovation Initiative. Here are his responses. NF: It seems the issue of pollock trawl gear contacting the seafloor has taken on a higher profile lately. Is this true, and if so, why? Jon Kurland: It’s been gaining attention for a while.
Alaska’s pollock industry looks to get to the bottom of a rising criticism
Alaska pollock is one of the world’s most valuable fisheries, due to the enormous annual harvest volume and the versatility of the white, mild-flavored fish, federal economists say. Fairly or unfairly, the pollock fishery’s prodigious size makes it an easy target on controversial issues such as salmon bycatch.
Alaska fisheries face numerous legal issues plus an endangered species battle
Alaska, one of the world’s premier seafood producers, is dealing with a raft of legal and administrative challenges with potential to hobble or close fisheries and gut the state’s management authority. “Alaska fisheries are besieged on many fronts,” said Alaska Fish and Game Commissioner Doug Vincent-Lang in an interview with National Fisherman. His department, its lawyers, and fishery managers are straining to defend Alaska’s fisheries in courts and other forums.
OBI, Silver Bay, Trident CEOs predict a year of recovery for Alaska salmon sector
Though the salmon sector in the U.S. state of Alaska is facing unsettling times, OBI Seafoods CEO John Hanrahan, Silver Bay Seafoods CEO Cora Campbell, and Trident Seafoods CEO Joe Bundrant are hopeful 2024 will bring more stability and profits.
An Interview with Trident Seafoods Corp. founder Chuck Bundrant
For a long time, Seattle-based Trident Seafoods Corp. and its founder, Chuck Bundrant, competed as the American counterweight to Japanese giants in the Alaska salmon processing sector. Over the years, the processing landscape has changed drastically. The Japanese, including Maruha Nichiro and Marubeni, have exited the Alaska salmon business while other players – including homegrown Silver Bay Seafoods and Canadian company Canfisco, have grown rapidly.
An Interview with Trident Seafoods Corp. CEO Joe Bundrant
For a long time, Seattle-based Trident Seafoods Corp. and its founder, Chuck Bundrant, competed as the American counterweight to Japanese giants in the Alaska salmon processing sector. Over the years, the processing landscape has changed drastically. The Japanese, including Maruha Nichiro and Marubeni, have exited the Alaska salmon business while other players – including homegrown Silver Bay Seafoods and Canadian company Canfisco, have grown rapidly.
OBI Seafoods CEO sees challenging year for Alaska salmon
Alaska is kicking off a new salmon season amid a tough environment for fishermen and processors. While last year’s catch was handsome – it was the 10th time Alaska’s annual commercial salmon harvest exceeded 200 million fish – low prices and an early halt to fish purchases frustrated many fishermen. Subsequently, we’ve seen a succession of worrisome announcements in the processing sector with companies announcing plant closures and sales.
ALASKA: As Alaska salmon season opens, Silver Bay’s CEO assesses grim times
May 16, 2024 — The opening of the famed Copper River fishery – it starts this year on May 16 – traditionally marks the beginning of a new commercial salmon season in Alaska. Rather than excitement, however, much of the industry feels apprehension, anxiety, and even anger. Since last year, we’ve seen a procession of negative and worrying developments, leading some to question the future of the salmon business.
Choice stuns state politicians
John McCain's choice of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin as his vice presidential running mate stunned and divided Alaska political leaders on Friday. Supporters said she was a shrewd choice, but others argued Palin has no business being a heartbeat away from the presidency. "I think it's very easy to underestimate Sarah Palin," said John Binkley, a former state legislator who lost to Palin in the 2006 Republican primary for governor.
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