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# National Fisherman - U.S. Commercial Fishing News

Low recreational catch reporting is fueling tensions in Puget Sound. Photo courtesy of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife August 11, 2026 Puget Sound Dungeness crabbers clash over harvest shares, reporting More than 200 LFA 34 lobster fishermen gathered in late July to oppose proposed management changes as the fishery faces declining landings and growing pressure for action. Photo courtesy of Shutterstock August 13, 2026 Nova Scotia lobster fishermen push back on proposed LFA 34 changes Officers cited two commercial fishermen after they were allegedly caught fishing inside the Swamis State Marine Conservation Area. Photo courtesy of CDFW August 17, 2026 Two commercial fishermen arrested for fishing in protected area August 12, 2026 Alaska's cod potting fleet just got a bright new upgrade A full haul of Alaska pollock comes aboard. APFA says the fishery’s story goes beyond bycatch, highlighting efforts to reduce unwanted catch while supporting Alaska’s seafood economy. Photo courtesy of Sam Murphy August 14, 2026 Beyond bycatch: The bigger story of Alaska pollock "It is a place to connect with people in every aspect of the fishery. It is a great place to learn what’s out there and get connected with the right people." – CDLB Fisheries, LLC Join industry experts and commercial fishermen in Seattle, November 19-21, 2026!  Learn More! August Spotlight: Alaska On Presented by: Read the Featured Stories › Featured Jake Kritzer introducing Mel Allen, who gave the keynote at the 2026 NERACOOS meeting. Photo courtesy of Carli Clancy Carli Clancy August 25, 2026 Mel Allen: Telling the stories of New England Featured The Calcasieu Pass was scuttled roughly 26 miles off Indian River Inlet. Delaware DNREC photo. NF Staff August 24, 2026 Retired fishing vessel sunk as artificial reef off Delaware Featured A Coast Guard helicopter hovers near the grounded fishing vessel Lake Bay at Point Reyes National Seashore in California Aug. 21. Coast Guard photo. NF Staff August 22, 2026 Fishing boat grounded at Point Reyes National Seashore Jake Kritzer introducing Mel Allen, who gave the keynote at the 2026 NERACOOS meeting. Photo courtesy of Carli Clancy Mel Allen: Telling the stories of New England August 25, 2026 Carli Clancy News Northeast Community The Calcasieu Pass was scuttled roughly 26 miles off Indian River Inlet. Delaware DNREC photo. Retired fishing vessel sunk as artificial reef off Delaware August 24, 2026 NF Staff News Mid-Atlantic A Coast Guard helicopter hovers near the grounded fishing vessel Lake Bay at Point Reyes National Seashore in California Aug. 21. Coast Guard photo. Fishing boat grounded at Point Reyes National Seashore August 22, 2026 NF Staff West Coast & Pacific News Commercial fishermen Jim and Katie Dawson of Chincoteague, Va., are raising concerns about a proposed seabed mining project off Virginia’s coast. Photo courtesy of the Dawsons Opinion: Seabed mining would strip mine fishermens’ future August 21, 2026 Guest Author News Gulf & South Atlantic Mid-Atlantic Viewpoints Beginning in March, net hangers at Alaska Net & Supply work 12-hour-plus days to hang web for the drifters and setnetters who believe that Tairyo web is superior to other brands. Photo courtesy of Alaska Net & Supply Inside the Dillingham net shop keeping Bristol Bay fishermen fishing August 21, 2026 Paul Molyneaux News Alaska Community A North Carolina judge ruled the state failed to meet its obligations to protect coastal fisheries, with potential management changes still to be determined. Photo courtesy of John Wijsman Judge finds decades of failures in coastal fisheries management August 20, 2026 Carli Clancy News Gulf & South Atlantic Westport Marina will replace aging docks and add larger slips as part of its broader modernization plan. Photo courtesy of Port of Grays Harbor Westport Marina lands $6.2M for upgrades August 20, 2026 NF Staff News West Coast & Pacific Working Waterfront Brian and Lisa Gabriel hope the new administrative district will improve management of their setnet fishery. Photo courtesy of Lisa Gabriel Sorting out the new administrative district in Cook Inlet August 20, 2026 Paul Molyneaux News Alaska Looming Login.gov requirements are stirring concern in Alaska's commercial fishing industry. Shutterstock photo. Federal cybersecurity mandate stirs concern in Alaska fishing industry August 19, 2026 Wesley Loy News Alaska View more news Top Stories Low recreational catch reporting is fueling tensions in Puget Sound. Photo courtesy of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife August 11, 2026 Puget Sound Dungeness crabbers clash over harvest shares, reporting More than 200 LFA 34 lobster fishermen gathered in late July to oppose proposed management changes as the fishery faces declining landings and growing pressure for action. Photo courtesy of Shutterstock August 13, 2026 Nova Scotia lobster fishermen push back on proposed LFA 34 changes Officers cited two commercial fishermen after they were allegedly caught fishing inside the Swamis State Marine Conservation Area. Photo courtesy of CDFW August 17, 2026 Two commercial fishermen arrested for fishing in protected area August 12, 2026 Alaska's cod potting fleet just got a bright new upgrade A full haul of Alaska pollock comes aboard. APFA says the fishery’s story goes beyond bycatch, highlighting efforts to reduce unwanted catch while supporting Alaska’s seafood economy. Photo courtesy of Sam Murphy August 14, 2026 Beyond bycatch: The bigger story of Alaska pollock Marketplace & Jobs THE TRAPMASTER Seeking a Commercial Halibut Fishing Captain LICENSED SEAMAN SEEKS FISHING WORK The Commercial Fishermen' — From Teenagers to Captains: Bristol Bay Memoir Tells the Real Story View all Read Next Jake Kritzer introducing Mel Allen, who gave the keynote at the 2026 NERACOOS meeting. Photo courtesy of Carli Clancy Mel Allen: Telling the stories of New England August 25, 2026 Carli Clancy News Northeast Community The Calcasieu Pass was scuttled roughly 26 miles off Indian River Inlet. Delaware DNREC photo. Retired fishing vessel sunk as artificial reef off Delaware August 24, 2026 NF Staff News Mid-Atlantic A Coast Guard helicopter hovers near the grounded fishing vessel Lake Bay at Point Reyes National Seashore in California Aug. 21. Coast Guard photo. Fishing boat grounded at Point Reyes National Seashore August 22, 2026 NF Staff West Coast & Pacific News Commercial fishermen Jim and Katie Dawson of Chincoteague, Va., are raising concerns about a proposed seabed mining project off Virginia’s coast. Photo courtesy of the Dawsons Opinion: Seabed mining would strip mine fishermens’ future August 21, 2026 Guest Author News Gulf & South Atlantic Mid-Atlantic Viewpoints Beginning in March, net hangers at Alaska Net & Supply work 12-hour-plus days to hang web for the drifters and setnetters who believe that Tairyo web is superior to other brands. Photo courtesy of Alaska Net & Supply Inside the Dillingham net shop keeping Bristol Bay fishermen fishing August 21, 2026 Paul Molyneaux News Alaska Community A North Carolina judge ruled the state failed to meet its obligations to protect coastal fisheries, with potential management changes still to be determined. Photo courtesy of John Wijsman Judge finds decades of failures in coastal fisheries management August 20, 2026 Carli Clancy News Gulf & South Atlantic Westport Marina will replace aging docks and add larger slips as part of its broader modernization plan. Photo courtesy of Port of Grays Harbor Westport Marina lands $6.2M for upgrades August 20, 2026 NF Staff News West Coast & Pacific Working Waterfront Brian and Lisa Gabriel hope the new administrative district will improve management of their setnet fishery. Photo courtesy of Lisa Gabriel Sorting out the new administrative district in Cook Inlet August 20, 2026 Paul Molyneaux News Alaska Looming Login.gov requirements are stirring concern in Alaska's commercial fishing industry. Shutterstock photo. Federal cybersecurity mandate stirs concern in Alaska fishing industry August 19, 2026 Wesley Loy News Alaska Seiners are still waiting for the pinks to show in Prince William Sound. Some surges have buoyed hopes, but people involved report that skippers and boat owners are already talking about the possibility of disaster relief. Photo courtesy of Henry Bell Pink salmon surge offers late hope for Prince William Sound seiners August 19, 2026 Paul Molyneaux News Alaska Machines like these are used to relocate boulders on the seafloor to clear paths for laying cables, such as those from offshore wind turbines to shore. Utility ROV Services photo via Rhode Island Sea Grant. Seafloor boulders challenge fishermen, and energy developers August 19, 2026 NF Staff Northeast News Louisiana shrimpers returned to state waters Aug. 17 as the 2026 fall inshore shrimp season opened. Photo courtesy of LDWF Louisiana fall shrimp season open statewide August 18, 2026 NF Staff News Gulf & South Atlantic Gig Harbor is celebrating 150 years of commercial fishing as its long-awaited Commercial Fishing Homeport moves closer to construction. Photo courtesy of Drone Northwest Gig Harbor fishing fleet marks 150 years as homeport moves forward August 18, 2026 NF Staff News West Coast & Pacific Read more news Latest on Instagram @nationalfisherman Follow Powered by Curator.io 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. About the Show Attend Exhibitors Conference Privacy Policy DSAR Requests / Do Not Sell My Personal Info Terms of Use Locations Events, Products & Services © 2026 Diversified Communications. All rights reserved.