National Fisherman

Maine lobsterman Frank Thompson holds the GPS unit that the Maine Department of Marine Resources requires him on his vessel so that it can be tracked 24/7. Thompson is taking the issue to the US Supreme Court. Photo courtesy of Frank Thompson

June 23, 2026

One lobsterman’s lawsuit going to the Supreme Court

Alaska’s newly built crab hatchery is inside the Trident Seafoods plant on St. Paul Island in the Bering Sea. Shiona Melovidov photo.

June 18, 2026

Partners hatch a project to return Alaska king crab stock to health

The statewide 2026 commercial salmon forecast is projected to total 135.5 million fish, a 36% decline from the 194.8 million landed in 2025. Shutterstock photo.

June 23, 2026

Alaska commercial sockeye salmon harvest climbs

An economic study is adding momentum to shift more of the coastwide quota toward bait fisheries, while recent debate in Virginia continues to highlight disagreements over research and management of the species. Photo courtesy of Larry Chowning

June 26, 2026

Study fuels Atlantic menhaden debate

The battle between Virginia's menhaden reduction fishery and environmental groups escalated when Virginia legislators approved a $205 billion budget funding for menhaden research. Larry Chowning photo.

June 24, 2026

Menhaden firms deny pressuring Virginia legislators

June Spotlight:

Power and Propulsion

Presented by:

Read the Featured Stories ›

Did You Know?

National Fisherman is the official media for Pacific Marine Expo. Stay up to date with event news, attendee updates, and conference and education sessions.