Has it always been your dream to make your living in commercial fishing? If so, there is no time like the present to get started. Before you can start catching and selling fish, however, you will have some practical matters to address. For starters, you should make sure you have a boat that is well-equipped…
Are you thinking about beginning a commercial fishing business? Before you start assembling a crew or packing up your boat, you will want to gain an understanding of commercial fishing permits. The Alaskan coastline and interior waters are bountiful when it comes to sellable seafood, but to keep your business operating legally, getting the right…
Commercial fishing in the Gulf of Mexico is a highly regulated but opportunity-rich endeavor. With diverse fisheries ranging from reef fish to shrimp and coastal migratory species, the Gulf offers commercial fishing professionals a chance to thrive—provided they have the correct permits. At the Commercial Fishing Permits Center, we offer streamlined access to the federal…
If fishing is more than just a passion and you have made it your business, you understand that there are rules and regulations to be adhered to. For the ongoing viability of your commercial fishing operation, making sure you are in compliance with state and federal laws is paramount. To keep your sales up, you…
There’s a common phrase we use when we want to let someone know there are a lot of opportunities available: the sea is full of plenty of fish. Well, that expression also applies literally. And if we are talking about the Atlantic sea, even more. This article will then explain everything you need to know…
Have you lost or otherwise misplaced a federal commercial fishing permit and want an easier way to get a new one? Has it felt like the entire commercial fishing permit process, from the beginning to the end, has become way too difficult? We understand that when you need a permit replaced, you need it replaced…
Are you interested in starting your very own commercial fishing business? If so, you may be turning your passion for fishing into a lucrative career. While commercial fishing is hard work that calls for long hours out at sea, it can be especially rewarding for those who like to work with their hands and spend…
When you think about seafood in the United States, you probably think of the state of Maine. Known for its bountiful lobster fisheries–as well as a number of other in-demand species–Maine is a major hub for commercial fishing. If you are a Maine resident, or if you are considering relocating to the area, getting into…
The United States economy relies on commercial fishing to a considerable degree. Generating more than $255 billion in annual sales, commercial and industrial fishing also creates more than one million jobs every year. With so much money and opportunity available, it is not surprising that year after year more individuals try their hands at commercial…
The United States is the 4th largest country in the world. A great power, because there are a lot of lands (and waters) ready to be exploited, but also a great responsibility because there is plenty of territories that need to be administered. This article in particular will center on how the US administers fishing…