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Charting Vessel Owner Costs for Commercial Fishing in the Northeast

New tool helps people see and better understand trends and patterns in commercial fishing business costs in Northeast fisheries.
December 29, 2022 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Moored fishing vessels in a calm harbor.

Special Issue Journal Focuses on Ecosystem Processes in the Gulf of Alaska

A third volume in a series of special issue journals was recently released highlighting research findings in the Gulf of Alaska.
October 18, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
Satellite image showing winds and waves churning fine sediments and phytoplankton over the shallow nearshore waters and continental shelf of northern Gulf of Alaska Satellite image showing fine sediments and phytoplankton over the shallow nearshore waters and continental shelf of northern Gulf of Alaska, March 13, 2008. Credit: NASA Earth Observatory, NASA image by Norman Kuring, MODIS Ocean Color Team

What’s Behind Chinook and Chum Salmon Declines in Alaska?

NOAA science provides insights on poor salmon runs on Yukon and Kuskokwim rivers in 2020 and 2021.
August 23, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
Juvenile Chinook salmon.

Building the Next Generation of U.S. Commercial Fishermen

New NOAA Fisheries research identifies the challenges young fishermen face and recommends equipping them for success using tools that have helped beginning farmers.
August 18, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
National
Photo of 4 small fishing boats lined up on dry land in the sun. 3 boats are gray with rust; the second from the left is red. Fishing boats in Dillingham, Alaska. Credit: NOAA Fisheries.

A New Strategy for Equity and Environmental Justice at NOAA Fisheries

New national, comprehensive strategy around equity and environmental justice is centered around fairness for all.
August 18, 2022 - Podcast ,
National
tudents investigate a spider conch in Fouha Bay, Guam as part of a monitoring event with the Guam Community Coral Reef Monitoring Program Students investigate a spider conch in Fouha Bay, Guam as part of a monitoring event with the Guam Community Coral Reef Monitoring Program. Credit: NOAA Fisheries.

NOAA Provides Funding Opportunity to Enhance Climate Science

The Climate and Fisheries Adaptation Program is now accepting proposals for research projects to increase understanding and promote resilience and adaptation of U.S. marine fisheries.
August 12, 2022 - Feature Story ,
National
School of bicolor anthias in coral reef

Oregon Habitat Restoration Project Supports Millions of Dollars in Community and Economic Benefits

The Southern Flow Corridor project restored habitat for salmon while also supporting jobs, property values, and nearly $15 million in economic output.
December 20, 2021 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
Landscape view of wetlands and a shoreline The Southern Flow Corridor project site. Credit: Tillamook Estuaries Partnership.

COVID-19 Impacts on U.S. Fishing and Seafood Industries Show Broad Declines in 2020

NOAA Fisheries has released a report that analyzes the impacts of COVID-19 on the U.S. seafood industry and for-hire fishing sector for 2020.
December 14, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
New England/Mid-Atlantic
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National
View of Wrnagell Harbor

Meet Adriane Michaelis, Aquaculture Social Scientist

As part of the Faces of the Southeast Fisheries Science Center series, meet Dr. Adriane Michaelis an aquaculture social scientist.
November 22, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
Adriane Michaelis harvesting oysters. Adriane Michaelis preparing to harvest oysters from floating gear with Bonus Point Oyster Company, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization and high school vocational training program based in Mobile County, Alabama. Credit: Becky Wasden.

Report Highlights Economic and Climate Benefits of America’s Estuaries

Estuaries help support the nation’s economy and climate resilience through benefits like jobs, flood protection, and coastal blue carbon storage.
November 02, 2021 - Feature Story ,
National
Mangroves along an estuary Mangroves near Tampa Bay, Florida. Credit: Tampa Bay Estuary Program.