Are you looking to grow your fishing business beyond, well, fish? Have you heard about opportunities for live rock aquaculture but don’t know what rules and regulations govern this commercial activity? While we offer any number of different kinds of South commercial fishing permits, this is one of the few that allows you to fish…
Is it time to get your Gulf of Mexico shrimping business off of the ground? Have you been searching for the right forms to fish for Royal Red Shrimp? There’s essentially always money in shrimp, but perhaps especially so in Royal Red Shrimp. However, to do so legally and without worry, you need to be…
Taking care of a commercial fishing business by yourself is no easy task. Commercial fishing, though it can be considered a physically demanding profession, can allow you to earn a living while you are doing something that you love. Before casting your nets, however, there are some practical matters you will need to address. Apart…
In many ways, a commercial fishing operation is a business just like any other. You have overhead costs to deal with, often in the form of boat maintenance and fuel, payroll for your crew, and the cost of bait and equipment. You also need to have a sound business plan that weighs the costs of…
Do you want to get the right fishing permit for your needs, but are unsure how to do so? Have you looked into permits for fishing, only for it all to seem much more frustrating than it has to be? The truth is that fishing can require applying for specific permits. When we were searching…
Maine, the United States’ northeastern state is known for its rocky coastline, maritime history, and nature areas, like the Acadia National Park. For that reason, the state offers industrial fishing opportunities that are unmatched in other states of the US. If you want to be sure that your fishing operations are getting the maximum value…
Have you been pondering the idea of a career change? Are you growing sick and tired of staring at the four walls of your cubicle or home office? If you are ready to step away from the keyboard and really work with your hands, commercial fishing may be an ideal career path for you. If…
Have you been looking to get into Alaska commercial fishing but want to make sure that everything is taken care of before you start? When you go online for Amendment 80 permit application forms, does it seem like they’re almost trying to make the process more difficult or harder to understand? Depending on what you’re…
As a business owner, there are a number of important matters that you need to stay on top of. Even in commercial fishing, which is unique from other businesses in many ways, there are day-to-day management tasks that need to be completed. You need to make sure that your docking fees are paid and your…
Are you a commercial fisher pro who’s been working in Alaskan waters for years? Or, are you someone just getting into the business? Either way, the odds are good that you’re looking for a simpler permit process. For some time now, Alaska has consistently contributed more than half of the United States commercial fisheries production,…