Have you been looking to expand your Pacific Island commercial fishing endeavors to include squid? Or, are you already experienced in fishing squid, and want to get into the Pacific Island Region? No matter your reasons, there’s plenty of money to be made in Pacific Island Region squid. With different kinds of squid available for…
Because you are the owner of a USCG vessel, you are aware of the significance of adhering to the laws and regulations that are in place while you are out on the ocean. Before embarking on your next excursion in the deep sea, be sure you have a fishing permit that is still valid. Violating…
Though it is especially demanding work, there is money to be made in commercial fishing. Tuna, in particular, can command a high price on the open market. In fact, in 2019, a 612-pound Bluefin Tuna sold for a whopping $3 million at auction. While that is somewhat of an outlier, Tuna is a valuable fish,…
With its warm weather and bountiful waters, the California coastline is a fisherman’s dream. For commercial fishing, California also offers ample opportunity to generate income. By understanding the rules and regulations that surround California commercial and industrial fishing licenses, you can better position your business for financial success. What Is Considered Commercial Fishing? Fishing for…
While commercial fishing is tough work, it can also be quite profitable. With the right commercial fishing permits, you can catch in-demand fish that will net you a high dollar on the open market. Commercial fishing is a multi-billion dollar, global industry, and it does not take much research to figure out why. The demand…
Commercial fishing can be a demanding, though rewarding line of work. You will need to be prepared to spend long stretches of time out on the water, sometimes in difficult weather conditions. Hauling in your catch and maintaining your lines and vessel will also require strength and attention to detail. Of course, in turn, you…
Fishing is one of Alaska’s main commercial activities, employing thousands of residents and foreigners every year. The Alaska commercial fishing permits allow creating jobs and opportunities to produce a big cash income for the local economy. Sure it is a dream come true for many people to work in Alaska’s fishing industry. The landscapes and…
Managing a successful commercial fishing business means doing work on both land and at sea. Before you untie your vessel from the dock, it is crucial to ensure that all of your vessel documentation is current and on-board. If there are documents, permits, or licenses that you need to obtain, you will want to take…
The market can be hard to predict. In the world of commercial fishing, the demand worldwide for seafood is always there, but much like the tides, revenues can rise and fall. While recent years have presented economic challenges and opportunities related to the pandemic, our emergence from the long shadow of COVID-19 may mean big…
Are you looking for a career shake-up? Have you grown tired of spending your days confined to a cubicle, toiling away at a 9-to-5 job? Well, if you have a passion for angling and would prefer to spend your days in the great outdoors, you may want to look at becoming a professional commercial fisherman….