Whitefish

Alaska whitefish industry wins relief from 'outdated' reporting requirement

Industry groups say the decision will let vessels focus more on operations and bycatch reduction.

Andrea Keikkala, executive director, United Catcher Boats, lauded the decision to remove the reporting requirements.
Andrea Keikkala, executive director, United Catcher Boats, lauded the decision to remove the reporting requirements.Photo: Andrea Keikkala
Correspondent
Published 10 October 2025, 11:45Updated 10 October 2025, 11:45
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