Trump administration announces new set of Section 301 tariffs against major seafood trade partners
Trump administration planning to dismantle Ocean Observatories Initiative
Panel takes up bill to expand state control of Gulf waters
NORTH CAROLINA: U.S. agriculture secretary talks labor costs with Craven County farmers
7 states sue Trump administration over nearly $1 billion deal to halt offshore wind farm
Blue States Sue Trump Administration Over Offshore Wind Deal
In Kachemak Bay, Kotzebue and beyond, Alaskans are on the lookout for harmful algae blooms
ALASKA: Harmful algae blooms are an increasing concern in Alaska due to climate change, NOAA says
FLORIDA: All snapped up, Destin charter fleet kicks off red snapper season
NOAA proposes moving more commercial fishers to electronic logbooks
MASSACHUSETTS: Fleet Blessing Recognizes Risks And Rewards Of Fishing
NORTH CAROLINA: As production costs climb, local farmers meet with U.S. cabinet members to discuss the future of N.C.’s ag economy
Invasive blue catfish turn problem into fishery
Proposed electronic reporting requirement for commercial fishing logbooks
- Panel takes up bill to expand state control of Gulf waters
- US senators expand inquiry into shrimp imports, sending questions to certification bodies
- House spending plan slaps hefty inspection fees on offshore wind projects
Washington
- In Kachemak Bay, Kotzebue and beyond, Alaskans are on the lookout for harmful algae blooms
- ALASKA: Harmful algae blooms are an increasing concern in Alaska due to climate change, NOAA says
- FLORIDA: All snapped up, Destin charter fleet kicks off red snapper season
State & Local
- Alaska’s maritime economy works because we invest in people, not just projects
- Congressional investment in science essential to protect our ocean
- BEN LANDRY: Call to shut down menhaden fishery is unwarranted
Opinion
- Trump administration announces new set of Section 301 tariffs against major seafood trade partners
- High diesel prices may dampen summer lobster fishing season
- NOAA surveys East Coast fishing crews amid industry pressures
Economic Impact
- NOAA proposes moving more commercial fishers to electronic logbooks
- Proposed electronic reporting requirement for commercial fishing logbooks
- North Pacific council seeks public comment on pelagic trawl gear
Fisheries Management
- CALIFORNIA: California seafood restaurant fined for violating commercial fishing laws
- Alaska halibut fisherman convicted in ghost fishing scheme
- Florida Keys commercial fisherman is sentenced to jail on lobster charges
Enforcement
- Indian Ocean tuna regulator eases yellowfin fishing curbs amid sustainability concerns
- IOTC commits to reducing yellowfin tuna catch over time, advances monitoring measures
- At world’s largest shark conference, scientists warn of a grim outlook across the board
International Trade
- Invasive blue catfish turn problem into fishery
- Rare shark spotted off New England coast
- New AI-powered thermal cameras could reduce vessel strikes on gray whales in San Francisco
Conservation & Environment
- 7 states sue Trump administration over nearly $1 billion deal to halt offshore wind farm
- Blue States Sue Trump Administration Over Offshore Wind Deal
- Bumble Bee wins partial victory in labor lawsuit, but core claims for civil damages remain
Legal
- SSC to Review AS Bottomfish Science, Johnston Atoll Fishing Effects and Noncommercial Catch Methods
- NEFMC: CORRECTION – SSC Workshop will be Webinar Only, No In-person Attendance
- Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council to Meet June 16-18, 2026, in Alexandria, VA
