The overall consensus from 2024 ComFish was that the entire commercial fishing industry in Alaska is in trouble. Photo by Marnie Leist on Unsplash
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ComFish is Alaska's once-a-year commercial fishing trade show, the largest and longest-running in the state. The 2024 show took place this past week, bringing together every aspect of the commercial fishing industry, from equipment, technology, and gear exhibitors to government agencies and nonprofits. The show includes forums on relevant topics to share ideas and fishing information with the public.
This year, Doug Vincent-Lang, a seasoned veteran with 34 years of public service at the Alaska…
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Carli is a Content Specialist for National Fisherman. She comes from a fourth-generation fishing family off the coast of Maine. Her background consists of growing her own business within the marine community. She resides on one of the islands off the coast of Maine while also supporting the lobster community she grew up in.