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First International Cooperative Research Gathering with Scotland a Smashing Success

First-ever international cooperative research gathering featured vessel and industry tours and roundtable discussions. Conversations about trust, knowledge sharing, and common goals highlight why cooperative research is a key asset for the future.
July 16, 2026 - Feature Story ,
Several people posing for a group photo in front of a series of docked commercial fishing vessels. Sixteen members of the Scottish Fishermen’s Organisation, members of the commercial fishing industry, and scientists visited Point Judith, Rhode Island, as part of a cooperative research gathering. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Heather Soulen

The Tide Has Turned: Atlantic Mackerel Shows Signs of Improvement

Findings from a September 2025 management track stock assessment lead to increases in mackerel fishery specifications and possession limits.
June 30, 2026 - Feature Story ,
An overhead, close-up shot shows a fresh catch of Atlantic mackerel resting on a bed of crushed ice in a white container. The fish feature iridescent, silvery-white bellies and metallic blue-green backs marked with distinct, dark wavy vertical stripes. One prominent mackerel lies across the center of the frame, showcasing its streamlined body and iridescent sheen, surrounded by several others packed closely together. Atlantic mackerel. Credit: Northeast Fisheries Science Center

Beyond the Can: Why We’re Filling Coolers with SPAM for Science

The Sampling Program for Atlantic Mackerel seeks to bridge the data gap by partnering with recreational and commercial fishermen.
June 08, 2026 - Feature Story ,
Young girl in life vest fishing on a clear day from the stern.

NOAA Fisheries Announces $2.3 Million to Study Atlantic Mackerel with the Northeast Fishing Industry

NOAA Fisheries is partnering with the Northeast fishing industry to collect management-relevant data on mackerel population dynamics using advanced technology.
May 28, 2026 - Feature Story ,
Atlantic Mackerel, stripped blue and black narrow fish

Righting the Course of Distrust Through Collaboration

New research found high costs and low profit in commercial fishing led to distrust in fisheries managers and management processes. We’re working to improve trust through collaborative research, on-ramps for industry input, and idea factories.
April 21, 2026 - Feature Story ,
Piles of green commercial fishing net gear in a parking lot. In the background are commercial fishing vessels at a dock. Commercial fishing net gear at the port of Shinnecock, New York. The Cost Survey team collects cost data related to gear repairs and replacement. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Heather Soulen

NOAA Fisheries Releases 2023 Status of Stocks

This report provides a "snapshot in time" of the status of our nation's fisheries at the end of 2023.
May 02, 2024 - Feature Story ,
Young fish swimming. Juvenile coho salmon. Credit: iStock

Fall in Love with New Seafood for Seafood Month

Take a chance and meet some new flavors.
February 17, 2022 - Feature Story ,
A table with a variety of fish and shellfish dishes Fish and shellfish dishes. Credit: iStock

Seriously Useful Seafood Tips: Fish and Other Wild-Caught Seafood

Those committed to making our nation’s seafood sustainable will likely have an amazing fount of knowledge on how to cook it. Seven of our region’s stakeholders and industry partners share their best seafood tips for the home consumer.
October 28, 2020 - Feature Story ,
Northeast Fisheries Science Center fish and wild caught seafood stakeholders and industry partners graphic

Improvements to the Pre-Trip Notification System

Modernizing the Northeast Groundfish Pre-Trip Notification System (PTNS).
March 23, 2018 - Feature Story ,
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