Government Shutdown Creates Uncertainty for Fisheries Management in Waters off Alaska

Oct 10, 2025 | Articles

NOAA Fisheries biologists working on key surveys were cut, and more firings are expected, while restrictions on new rules create challenges for timely opening of March harvests

Ruling on Jet Skis in Kachemak Bay Affirms Executive Authority to Repeal Regulations

Oct 8, 2025 | Articles

NOAA Fisheries biologists working on key surveys were cut, and more firings are expected, while restrictions on new rules create challenges for timely opening of March harvests

Warming Water has Varied Impact on Salmon Populations

Oct 8, 2025 | Articles

NOAA Fisheries biologists working on key surveys were cut, and more firings are expected, while restrictions on new rules create challenges for timely opening of March harvests

Bill would change the makeup of the Alaska Board of Fisheries

Mar 20, 2025 | Articles

NOAA Fisheries biologists working on key surveys were cut, and more firings are expected, while restrictions on new rules create challenges for timely opening of March harvests

Firings prompt concerns that science supporting Alaska seafood industry could be undermined

Mar 10, 2025 | Articles

NOAA Fisheries biologists working on key surveys were cut, and more firings are expected, while restrictions on new rules create challenges for timely opening of March harvests

Opinion: Here’s what the state is doing to rebuild king salmon stocks in the Gulf of Alaska

Feb 28, 2025 | Articles

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game is expanding fishing restrictions to rebuild the declining king salmon population in the Gulf of Alaska. They are investing in research to understand the causes and restore sustainable populations.