The commercial fishing business is a big one in the United States and one of the most popular species for consumers is tuna. However, there are regulations in place that protect both the tuna population and the other animals living in the sea, namely dolphins. These regulations also allow commercial fishermen to continue in the…
Is fishing your passion in life? Maybe you have had enough of the 9-to-5 office rat race and you want to make commercial fishing your career? Before you load up your boat and drop your line or net in the water, you will want to make sure that you have the right permit applications and…
There is one universal rule to fishing: you have to go where the fish are biting. If you operate your own commercial fishing enterprise, you may need to relocate to a region that is more lucrative for your business. Of course, there can be other reasons that prompt a move, such as wanting a change…
The coastline of Louisiana provides opportunities for commercial fishing that are rarely matched anywhere else in the United States. It is essential to stay up to date on the most recent information regarding Louisiana commercial fishing permits in the Southeast region if you want to guarantee that your fishing operation keeps generating the greatest possible…
Tuna fishing is a business that requires a lot of patience, knowledge, and investment. For aspirants who want to start their career in tuna fishing, obtaining a federal tuna fishing permit is the first step. The process of acquiring a federal tuna fishing permit can appear daunting, but with a little guidance and preparation, navigating…
Do you run a commercial fishing business that operates in multiple parts of the United States? Does it feel like it’s difficult to find the exact commercial fishing permit you need for a given region or species easily? Those are just some of the reasons that we started the Commercial Fishing Permits Center. We know…
Has it been a struggle staying in compliance with NOAA permits? Does it seem like every time you finally get one permit completed, another one has expired or is about to? If it feels that way, you aren’t alone. Commercial fishing professionals from all over have to deal with this. Fishing permits exist for a…
Do you fish commercially in Alaska? Or, do you want to do more commercial fishing in Alaska, yet also want the permit process to be simpler and easier? The amount of fishing opportunities in Alaskan waters is almost difficult to comprehend. Over the years, Alaska tends to produce more than half of America’s commercial fisheries….
Maintaining a commercial vessel can be a lot of work. You will need to keep it clean in order to safeguard yourself, your crew, and your catch. There are also standard occurrences of maintenance that you will need to navigate yourself, or hire out a boat mechanic for assistance, if need be. As boat repairs,…
As economic circumstances continue to ebb and flow in the United States, so too does the commercial fishing industry. In Newport, Rhode Island, a central location for commercial and industrial fishing on the Atlantic Ocean, some recent changes to the area are having a sizable impact on local fishermen. Facing an uncertain future, how these…