The Joint Legislative Seafood Industry Task Force, modeled after a state salmon task force formed 20 years ago, would present findings and recommendations by January.
Russian fish flooding global markets and other economic forces beyond the state’s border have created dire conditions for Alaska’s seafood industry.
In contrast, the Joint Legislative Seafood Industry Task Force would consist of seven members and would present its findings and recommendations to the legislature in less than a year, by Jan. 21, 2025, according to the resolution wording. Wild seafood — salmon and halibut from different parts of Alaska — is labeled and displayed on June 28 at Sagaya City Market in downtown Anchorage. The industry has been emphasizing the wild nature of Alaska salmon and other fish to differentiate it from other seafood in global markets. closure or sale of Trident Seafood plants, which have been economic pillars in the region, and a looming 12.
“Alaska’s seafood industry is facing unprecedented challenges in every area of the state and across every fishery. Alaskan fishermen, processors, processing workers, support businesses, communities are confronted with low prices, plant closures, lost markets and foregone fishing opportunities,” she said.
Russia is the source of a significant amount of trouble for the industry, said ASMI Executive Director Jeremy Woodrow.
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