Port Moller Test Fishery experiments with new onboard genetic testing
/This season, the Port Moller Test Fishery has a new genetic testing lab on board the R/V Ocean Cat. Researchers say the lab is the first of its kind.
Read MoreThis season, the Port Moller Test Fishery has a new genetic testing lab on board the R/V Ocean Cat. Researchers say the lab is the first of its kind.
Read MoreThe first episode of Waypoints Radio, which aired June 24, featured special guest Robert Reierson from Tradex Foods, who joined BBRSDA's Michael Jackson and Andy Wink to discuss current market conditions, and also provided information about how fishermen can help BBRSDA meet its mission of creating a more valuable fishery.
Read MoreOregon’s NOAA CARES round two process will include measures for fishing businesses home-based in Oregon but operating in out-of-state fisheries.
Read MoreThe Bristol Bay Regional Seafood Development Association (BBRSDA), the United Fishermen of Alaska (UFA), and the Seafood Harvesters of America (SHA) applaud the hard work of Senators Hassan (D-NH), Murkowski (R-AK), Sullivan (R-AK), and others to elevate mask mandate concerns for commercial fishing vessels to the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
Read MoreBusinesses join tribes and fishermen in the call for long-term protection of Bristol Bay
Read MoreBristol Bay salmon have never, in recorded history, been more abundant. Sadly, harvests of sockeye, coho, and Chinook in other areas are lower than at any point since at least the early 1980s. NOW is the time to enact long-term protections for Bristol Bay salmon! Read on to learn more.
Read MoreTake the time for vessel safety with dockside exams from the coast guard (June 14-25) and drill conductor classes from AMSEA in Naknek (June 10, 11) & Dillingham (June 12,13).
Read MoreI will be gathering surveys from fishermen before and after the season, and will have some swag for those who complete the survey. However, it would be great if fishermen could fill out the survey online using the links below, depending upon what best describes your role in the Bristol Bay drift gillnet fishery:
Read MoreBBRSDA’s annual processor survey, prepared by Northern Economics, gathers prior season information from Bristol Bay processors. This survey captures raw product data, finished product forms, chilled product volumes and quality impact, ice production capacity, and respondents’ opinions of trends and priorities within the fishery. Read all about the state of Bristol Bay salmon quality in the report HERE.
Read MoreThe member meeting on 5/22 was recorded. Check it out for sockeye market outlook, BBRSDA program updates, and COVID procedures and policies.
Read MoreThe Ocean Strategies Fisheries Policy Report provides timely policy and industry updates that connect America's sustainable seafood supply chain. The Spring Report features an interview with BBRSDA’s Andy Wink.
Read MoreThis handbook outlines information necessary for fishermen participating in the Bristol Bay salmon fishery during the 2021 season.
Read More"Bristol Bay fishermen applaud the USDA's historic seafood purchase. This will provide struggling Americans with excellent food and support our country's seafood industry, which has faced huge challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic," said Andy Wink, Executive Director for the Bristol Bay Regional Seafood Development Association.
Read MoreBBRSDA will hold our Annual Member Meeting on May 22, 2021 at 10:30am AKT via zoom/teleconference. BBRSDA will also hold our final pre-season Board meeting on May 22, 2021 at 9:30am AKT (prior to the Annual Member Meeting). Click “Read More” for details…
Read MoreThree days of hands-on and lecture-based training for new deckhands with little or no previous experience covering deck skills, safety, net repair, knot tying and more. Reserve a space for your green crew!
Read MoreElizabeth has been a steadfast advocate working with the seafood supply chain to stop the Pebble Mine since 2006.
Read MoreGeorge Wilson Jr. wins Seat B and Michael Jackson wins Seat E.
Read MoreNet Your Problem works to recycle fishing gear in Alaska. You can help by voting for Net Your Problem in a competitive grant from the Center for Behaviour and the Environment. Net Your Problem is one of 10 finalists for a $25,000 grant and you can vote HERE to show your support for this project.
Read MoreIn April, BBRSDA committed financial support to test the feasibility of doing the in-season genetic analysis for stock composition estimates from the Port Moller Test Fishery (PMTF) onboard one of the test boats.
Read MoreJoin BBNA for Regional COVID Broadcasts Tuesdays at 2pm Alaska Time (also recorded).
Read MoreMaximizing the value of the Bristol Bay fishery for the benefit of our members.
Member Meeting - Dillingham
June 11 - 4pm
The Willow Tree Bar
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