The Wild Fish Conservancy filed suit in 2020, arguing that the government failed to address the impact of salmon harvests on southern resident killer whales.
Fisheries
‘Deadliest Catch’ boat’s owners sue show over deckhand’s botched diagnosis
The suit follows the deckhand’s own lawsuit, filed against the boat owners in Washington court in December.
Army Corps to revisit parts of Pebble’s application, but opponents say mine can’t move forward
Pebble spokesperson Mike Heatwole said the announcement shows the company’s appeal holds water.
As mariculture in Alaska grows, industry leaders look abroad for inspiration
Growers say Alaska’s mariculture industry has the potential to be a leader by volume — just like its finfish fisheries.
Proposed Bering Sea marine sanctuary draws pushback from fishing industry
“It’s just an attempt to take care of our home,” said George Pletnikoff, of the Pribilof community of St. George. “It’s dying, and you know it’s dying.”
Bristol Bay’s sockeye runs are expected to be strong, but nothing like last year’s
This summer’s run is still expected to be 40% higher than the bay’s long-term average.