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…
Commercial fishing isn’t for the faint of heart; it’s harder work than you may think and sometimes requires long hours spent in severe circumstances. You won’t become wealthy doing commercial fishing. Therefore, it’s not a good option for individuals who can’t see beyond the poor wage; most commercial fishermen have other occupations or are retired. …
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…
As a leisure activity, fishing is loved by many as a relaxing pastime. Commercial fishing, which involves the sale of caught fish, is also a lucrative line of work for many individuals and companies in the U.S. An integral part of the economy, commercial and industrial fishing provides food and work for many Americans, and…
Are you ready to mix it up a bit with your career? Have you grown tired of the daily drudgery that comes with commuting and office life? Do you have a passion for fishing, spending most of your weekends out on the water with a rod and reel? If you answered “Yes,” to all of…
Before starting a commercial fishing business, there is a fair amount of research to be conducted. You will need to make sure that you have the right boat, gear, and maybe even a crew. You should also do a bit of market research to make sure that your business plan is economically viable. Before you…
Before you take your fishing boat out, do you make sure everything is in good working order? Do you go over all of your supplies, your crew, and so forth, so that the trip goes exactly as it should? Of course you do. That’s because you understand that, in terms of commercial fishing, the details,…
Have you been out to eat at a seafood restaurant lately? If so, you may have noticed that certain types of fish are commanding a high dollar these days. As market demand for fresh seafood remains at record highs, commercial fishermen around the United States are working hard to provide ample supplies of fresh seafood…