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A small yet vital fish plays an outsized role in Louisiana's coastal economy. Photo courtesy of LAFB/ Captain Devin

The unsung backbone of Louisiana’s coastal economy

Herring fishing boats lined up in the Strait of Georgia, British Columbia, Canada. Photo courtesy of Pacific Wild

Herring harvest debate heats up in British Columbia

Cod fishing in the Gulf of Maine. Gulf of Maine Research Institute photo.

Maine Sea Grant funding may be reinstated

A commercial net pen in Rich Passage, WA. Photo courtesy of the Department of Ecology, State of Washington

Oregon moves to ban net-pen aquaculture

A letter detailing short- and long-term priorities of the U.S. commercial fishing industry was signed by 170 fishing and seafood businesses, organizations, and individuals hailing from 98 coastal communities in 22 states. Photo by Troy Larsen

Fishing industry urges Trump administration’s support

Ecuador's shrimp exports to the U.S. Aquaculture Stewardship Council photo.

Senator fights to stop tax dollars from funding foreign shrimp farms

Hank Soule, Forum Board President, Robbie Roberge, Captain F/V Three Girls, LCDR Brent Laine, Petty Officer Joshua Davis, Petty Officer Cameron Singleton, Petty Officer Kavan Payton. Photo Credit Dave Waddell

U.S. Coast Guard honored for heroic rescue at Maine Fishermen’s Forum

Held Feb. 6 at the State Room, Taste America Boston is one of the city’s most distinguished tasting events. Photo by leo w kowal on Shutterstock

Aquaculture Stewardship Council takes the stage in Boston

A 26-year veteran of the DMR and the agency's long-time lead lobster biologist, Carl Wilson would replace Commissioner Patrick Keliher following his retirement. Photo by FRITZ FREUDENBERGER/Boothbay Register

Maine nominates new commissioner for Department of Marine Resources

Shellfish aquaculture is allowed in the state of Alaska, however, finfish farming is prohibited. Photo courtesy of ADF&G

Alaska legislators oppose Governor’s fish farming proposal