The economic hit is pegged at $85 million for SE trollers of which 85% are AK residents.

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The economic hit is pegged at $85 million for SE trollers of which 85% are AK residents.
Commissioner outlines AK focus for NPFMC in special commentary.
Proposed changes would rein in bycatch; Opponents include AK CDQ groups who say reg changes will cause “industry chaos.”
A dedicated website, FAQs, social media and direct outreach about bycatch in Alaska fisheries are recommended as a start.
“No way the pollock fleet will accept a chum cap,” says Council member Madsen.
Alaska Fish News is a ‘one stop shop’ to track AK fish catches. Now bycatch tallies have been added to the mix.
Alaskans have a lot to say about bycatch. Will they speak up where it can really make a difference?
NPFMC opts for more “self-policing” and “self-regulation” for pollock trawlers instead of a chum cap.
The six-member Council will get to work setting priorities next Friday.
Trawlers divert bycatch reduction discussions to ‘genetic origins’ of salmon. Do those going without care where the fish originate?