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Shutdown of key Alaska pollock fishing area will have 'devastating' impact

In addition to a significant amount of pollock taken out of the global market, the local fleet and community have big challenges ahead.

In the Gulf of Alaska in 2024, harvesters this year saw a 25 percent increase to their total allowable catch (TAC) to 195,720 metric tons.
In the Gulf of Alaska in 2024, harvesters this year saw a 25 percent increase to their total allowable catch (TAC) to 195,720 metric tons.Photo: NOAA
Published 27 September 2024, 05:54Updated 27 September 2024, 11:17
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