Funding will advance NOAA’s efforts to support Indigenous Knowledge holders and Alaska Natives. Last week, the Department of Commerce and NOAA announced the availability of $1 million for multi-year funding opportunities that will be distributed through the Alaska Fisheries Science Center Indigenous Engagement Program to support remote Alaska communities. This investment — funded by the […]
The State of Alaska Aquaculture report is a first-of-its-kind overview of the aquaculture industry in Alaska, revealing the state’s opportunities and challenges to date. NOAA Fisheries continues to direct support towards Alaska’s growing aquaculture (also known as “mariculture”) industry. Marine aquaculture in Alaska contributes to economic opportunities for coastal communities through the farming of shellfish and seaweed. […]
Bill will support the economies, climate resiliency, and energy capabilities of coastal communities Monday, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), introduced the Working Waterfronts Act, legislation which includes more than a dozen provisions aimed at boosting the workforce, energy and shoreside infrastructure, food security, and economies of coastal communities in Alaska and across the country. The […]
Trends in compliance over 21 years provide insight to help build greater collaboration in support of sustainable fisheries. Productive, resilient fisheries that support thriving communities and a strong blue economy are achieved through management laws and regulations. “Fisheries sustainability is only as good as compliance with the rules we have created to maintain it,” said […]