As in Alaska, the Atlantic and Gulf of Maine is seeing massive industrial boats wreak havoc on small commercial and recreational fisheries.
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Seafoodnews.com: Farmed Fish Overtakes Wild Catch for First Time
Total aquaculture output tops a record 188 million tons in what world watchers call a “turning point” for global food systems.
Alaska/US Senate campaign cash peek: Peltola vs. Sullivan
Election data show Dan Sullivan’s campaign is fueled by big Seattle trawl donations; not so for Mary Peltola.
Nat’l Fisherman: Commission reports lowest odd-year harvest of Pacific salmon in 2025 since 1987
Total numbers of salmon caught by five nations increased, but decreased 41% from record set in 2023.
Nat’l Fisherman: Groundfish industry cleans 55,935 pounds of nets for recycling
The plastic nets are repurposed into new products such as playground equipment, plastic lumber, outdoor furniture, garden tools – and protection for Ukrainians from explosive Russian drones.
Tradex: Farmed Atlantic Halibut: Premium Alternative as Wild Pacific Halibut Supply to Reach Record Lows
As wild halibut supply shrinks, farmed Atlantic halibut from Norway is emerging as a premium alternative for buyers seeking consistent availability, reliable sizing, and long-term stability.
Tradex: Global Seafood Market 2026: Supply Crunch Drives Cod, Pollock & Salmon to Record Prices
Wild pink salmon markets face disruption due to a “supply shock” stemming from sharp declines in AK and Russia and rising costs.
Bristol Bay economic report provides insights into the sockeye salmon market
Track the sockeye fishery value, value shares by sector and upward price trends at ex-vessel, first wholesale, and export.
The Winding Glass by John Sackton: Diesel Prices Tip of the Iceberg for Seafood Industry as Impacts Multiply Downstream
Seafood costs are going up while consumer purchasing power is going down. The margin squeeze will be felt across all sectors well into 2027.
Tradex: Global Snow Crab Season Begins: Record Supply Meets Delays and Timing-Driven Pricing
“The central issue is no longer how much crab is produced, but who can place product into the markets that set price.” Global crab guru, Les Hodges.