Fisheries

Creation of new Alaska seafood division could help the state address ailing processing sector

A seafood task force created to alleviate "unprecedented" financial turmoil in Alaska has finalized its recommendations for state lawmakers.

The Alaska seafood industry has been going through financial pains for the past several years. Lawmakers are now looking at legislation that could help.
The Alaska seafood industry has been going through financial pains for the past several years. Lawmakers are now looking at legislation that could help.Photo: Ronalda Angasan
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Published 29 January 2025, 21:56Updated 29 January 2025, 21:56
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