Tensions rise in Bristol Bay as salmon processors signal sharp price drop to fishermen

Mixed market signals have processors and fishermen scrambling to understand where prices will land as the season ramps up.

Bristol Bay fishing in 2022 saw large harvests and high prices. — Bristol Bay fishing in 2022 saw large harvests and high prices.Photo: Kyle Miller via BBRSDA

Rachel Sapin

Published 5 June 2023, 14:06Updated 5 June 2023, 18:50

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