North Pacific Fishery Management Council

Managing Fisheries off the Coast of Alaska

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Spotlights

Council action to minimize chum salmon bycatch in the Bering Sea Pollock Fishery

February 12, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE : Contact: david.witherell@noaa.gov, diana.evans@noaa.gov, 907-271-2815 NPFMC’s press release on chum salmon bycatch in the Bering Sea pollock fishery At its February special meeting, the North Pacific Fishery Management Council (Council)…

Nominations Open for PCFMAC/FMAC

The Council is seeking nominations for an active observer representative on both the PCFMAC and FMAC. Please submit a letter of interest to sara.cleaver@noaa.gov. Deadline is March 28, 2025

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Climate Scenarios Workshop Webpage

This page provides information about the Climate Scenarios Workshop, which will be held in Kodiak on June 5 and 6.

In Memoriam

We are saddened by the passing of Council member Kenny Down who passed away May 5. Mr. Down took a leading role initiating many fishery programs and will be missed by many. His memorial service…

Council action to minimize chum salmon bycatch in the Bering Sea pollock fishery

The Council received significant feedback and testimony from over 100 people, including Tribal leaders and members, CDQ groups, Alaska communities, and pollock fishery participants that helped inform modifications for the next stage of analysis on…

Research on crab movement and trawl gear innovation informs bycatch recommendations

At its February meeting, the Council evaluated the effectiveness of closing a large area – the Bristol Bay Red King Crab Savings Area – to commercial fishing with pelagic trawl, pot, and longline gear to…