Commercial fishing is a massive, global industry. As the demand for seafood remains consistent all over the world, commercial fisheries are accessed just about anywhere there is water and fish. If you are in the early days of mapping out your commercial or industrial fishing operation, deciding where you will be casting your lines is…
The most important part of any commercial fishing business is arguably the boat you choose. Your vessel needs to be the correct size for the activity you will be involved in. A vessel that is appropriately sized makes it more efficient to catch fish. Use this guide to help you learn how to start a…
Have you decided to get into the exciting world of fishing for surf clams and Ocean quahog but don’t know where to begin? Did you get your vessel, your equipment, and your crew ready to go out and fish for those creatures and are looking for the final step? You never want to go out…
If you’re planning to start a commercial fishing business in Louisiana, or you already have one but don’t have the necessary permits yet, then this blog post is for you. In this guide, we will walk you through the steps you need to take to obtain a Louisiana commercial fishing permit. We understand that the…
As inflation continues to persist, Americans are feeling the pinch in their wallet. Between the price of gas and groceries, costs are going up nearly across the board. In Pennsylvania, commercial fishing licenses could be next in line for an elevated price tag. If you happen to make your livelihood in commercial fishing, you are…
Fishing for a living is one of the oldest practices by mankind. All along with history, ships have sailed away to provide individuals or communities with seafood, be it for subsistence or trade. As time went by and societies developed, regulations and requirements have aroused regarding commercial fishing to organize and control these activities. Modern-day…
Have you been looking for an Amendment 80 permit application that you don’t have to spend all day filling out? Do you already have an Amendment 80 permit and are in the hunt for other Amendment 80 forms? Here at the Commercial Fishing Permits Center, you can find just about everything you’ll need related to…
Have you been looking for permits and licenses for the commercial fishing opportunities that are going on right now? Does it seem like the process to complete your fishing documents is more challenging than it should be? We created our site to be a resource for fishing professionals. Here, you could find all of the…
Commercial fishing is a risky business. While fishermen go out to sea with the hopes of a bountiful haul, there are a number of factors that can derail these hopes. Weather conditions, equipment failure, and human error can all contribute to accidents and major losses in the fishing industry. But there are steps that fisher…
If you are interested in starting a commercial fishing business, you could do much worse than the bountiful coastline and inland waters of Alaska. The state affectionately called “The Last Frontier”, Alaska is an outdoorsman’s paradise, and for commercial fishing operations in the U.S., it is home to numerous well-stocked fisheries. If you are looking…