Do you have a passion for fishing? Is your ideal day spent out on the water, angling with your friends or loved ones? If so, you may be thinking about turning your pastime into a career. Commercial fishing can be lucrative if demanding work. A multi-billion dollar global industry, the demand for fresh seafood is…
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…
The commercial fishing industry is highly regulated. Regardless of the state you’re in, certain rules and regulations must be followed to safeguard the environment, promote healthy competition, and safeguard the consumer. In order to operate your commercial or industrial fishing business legally and sustainably, obtaining the proper licenses and permits is crucial. So, before you…
Does managing your Commercial Fishing Permits feel like it takes up far, far more of your time than it should? Does the process of renewing your licenses seem like it should take a few minutes and not a few hours? These are just some of the driving factors behind why we started our permits center…
The fishing industry plays an important role in the world economy in general and the United States in particular. As with every other industry that brings money to the country, the government makes sure to regulate and ensure a healthy level of competition and a safe environment for commercial fishermen. Occasional pieces of paperwork will,…
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…
It is not simple to manage a commercial fishing business. You can end up buried under a sea of paperwork instead of navigating the water yourself with your crew. As a business owner, you may as well be tasked with lots of responsibilities. A crew to look after, a payroll to manage, equipment to be in…
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…
Is your professional life in desperate need of a shake-up? Are you growing tired of the 9 to 5 rat race and wasting away your days in a cubicle? If you match this description, and you have a passion for angling, commercial fishing might offer you an exciting–if challenging–new career path. If you have ever…
Change is inevitable in any industry. Even for a line of work like commercial fishing, where basic practices have remained relatively static for hundreds of years, things tend to evolve with time. As a business owner, you understand the crucial importance of adaptability, and as such, keeping your finger on the pulse of industry and…