Whenever you are getting ready to do something you probably conduct your fair part of the research. Before going on holiday, for example, you will most likely make sure you have everything you need, from the necessary paperwork to comfy clothes. Preparing your commercial fishing business is no different, of course. With many diverse kinds…
As a short answer to your question let me say that, if you are planning to set up your own commercial fishing business you will need one, yes. There are, however, a series of considerations you need to address if you are new to the fishing industry. Stay with us while we shed some light…
If you are new to the world of commercial fishing, figuring out which NOAA fisheries permits you need may seem a bit confusing. With so many different options in various regions pertaining to specific species, it may be difficult to figure out where you should get started. The good news is, however, that you can…
If you are looking to start a lucrative, sustainable commercial fishing business, there are some planning items that you will need to address. First, you will want to figure out where you will be fishing, as well as what you will be fishing for. Next, you will need to assess the capabilities of your boat…
Seafood is a staple in the diet of many California residents. What most do not realize, however, is that much of that seafood is caught right here at local commercial fisheries. If you are considering getting into the commercial fishing business–which can be a profitable if physically demanding line of work–you should get to know…
Have you ever wondered who looks after the United States oceans’ living marine resources and their habitat? Ask no more. The National Marine Fisheries Service has the answer. Informally known as NOAA Fisheries, it is a United States federal agency within the U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Founded in 1970, the…
Commercial and industrial fishing can be a lucrative business. Whether longlining, trapping, or netting, commercial fishing with the right approach can turn big catches into big dollars. With commerce and the environment both at play, the U.S. sets regulations to manage commercial fishing on federal waters. With a clear understanding of U.S. fishing regulations, you…
Does your commercial fishing enterprise require multiple NOAA permits? Have you felt like it’s more challenging to get those taken care of than it should be? Many of our staff are or were in the commercial fishing industry, which is, in part, what led us to create the Commercial Fishing Permits Center in the first…
Does it feel like you’re always having to fill out one form of commercial fishing documentation or another? Are you tired of it taking so long just to fill out one form (to say nothing of all of the others that you have to do?) To fish how you want, you have to be in…