National Fisherman

Pollock

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As salmon runs wane, groups grapple with investing pollock profits

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Alaska's 2023 pink salmon harvest of almost 200,000 metric tons was likely exceeded three times by the Russian harvest, driving down market value for all salmon species. NOAA photo.

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Promotional efforts by Genuine Alaska Pollock Producers are stressing the origins and sustainability of U.S. pollock. GAPP graphic.

Time to cut Russia out of pollock trade, say Alaska senators

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Alaska pollock. NMFS photo.

North Pacific council hears calls for hard cap on chum bycatch

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Texas grocer commits to wild Alaska pollock

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The American Dynasty is a 272-foot factory trawler owned by American Seafoods Co., based in Seattle. American Seafoods photo

American Seafoods hit with nearly $1 million EPA penalty

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The 272-foot factory trawler American Dynasty fishes for Alaska pollock and groundfish. NMFS video image.

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Experiencing the magic of St. Paul on F/V Dynasty

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One of two trawl winches driven by 380kW DC motors installed on the American Seafoods catcher processor, the Ocean Rover. Naust Marine images.

New electric winch system boosts American Seafoods trawler

Paul Molyneaux

Support for North Pacific council move to bring in ‘local and traditional’ knowledge

There are dozens of docks and other facilities where boats can tie up the harbor, and Captains Bay remains a favorite of transient and local fleets. Charlie Ess photo.

At Home in Dutch Harbor

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The 367.5'x56' processing vessel M/V Excellence recently underwent a refit at Everett Ship Repair in Everett, Wash. ESR photo.

Everett Ship Repair completes refit of processor M/V Excellence

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