Are you considering expanding your commercial fishing operation out to the Pacific Island region? Do you already fish there and are trying to find a better way to deal with the different forms of documentation you might need? No matter what you fish or where you fish for it, you don’t have time to waste…
Big fish at the supermarket have clear provenances; businesses with commercial fishing permits must include their names and contact information on the package. Whether you want to know if the fishermen who caught your fish were fairly compensated or if they saw it sustainably, you may find out quite quickly. In that package, you’ll find…
It can be quite exciting to become the owner of a fishing boat, especially if it is your first boat or you are going into business but don’t let your excitement keep you from taking care of the legalities, which includes Coast Guard registration for many fishing vessels. It’s required to register your fishing boat…
The life of a commercial fisherman can be rewarding if demanding. There are long hours spent at sea in-climate weather. There is dangerous equipment to operate and maintain. Your catch is also not always guaranteed, as you cannot force the fish to bite. Still, commercial fishing is a big business, and if your NMFS permits…
The success of any fishing enterprise hinges on selecting an appropriate commercial fishing vessel. Fishermen need to have boats that are large enough to accommodate their intended clientele, as well as provide enough storage for bait, tackle, and catch. Choosing a fishing vessel that is too large is the most common error made by fishermen. …
You have a lot of thinking to do if you want to go fishing in Alaska since there are a lot of factors to consider. There is no getting around the fact that fishing in Alaska is unlike fishing anyplace else in the United States. Because of this, you need to be mentally prepared to…
Going out fishing can make for a perfect day. The sun on your face, your family or friends by your side, letting the hours pass by as you reel in fish. If fishing is truly your passion and most favored pastime, the chances are good that the idea of doing it for a living has…
Commercial fishing is one of the biggest means of subsistence for regions that have exit to the sea or flourish with lakes and rivers filled with sea life. Not only do big corporations with countless vessels make a living out of it, but many local communities depend on the food that water provides. Over the…
One of the great things about fishing is its simplicity. Pretty much anywhere you can find a body of water, you can find fish to catch. This is also generally true of commercial fishing. As a part of a large, global industry, commercial fishing operations are set up all over the world. More locally, you…
Do you commercially fish Coastal Pelagic Species and wish to make it easier to get the permits you need? Perhaps you’re gearing up for some purse seine action on the West Coast and want to navigate the bureaucratic waters with finesse. No matter whether you’re experienced or you’re looking to expand your fishing operations, you…