Bering Sea Pollock Quota Stays Same, Gulf of Alaska Cuts

Federal fishery managers maintain Bering Sea pollock quota at 1.375 million metric tons, allowing an additional 19,000 metric tons for the Aleutian Islands. Meanwhile, Gulf of Alaska pollock and Pacific cod quotas are significantly reduced due to declining young fish populations. These changes impact the fishing industry and communities, with decisions based on scientific assessments. Bycatch concerns, particularly herring, are also discussed, awaiting final approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce. The Bering Sea fishing season begins on January twentieth. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.