NOAA Fisheries FishNews – August 26, 2021

AUGUST 26, 2021

Give Your Brain a Boost—Eat Seafood, America! Summer's almost over, which means it's back-to-school across the country. When kids eat at least two servings of seafood each week, the benefits are big! Fish and shellfish supply the nutrients, vitamins, and omega-3 fatty acids essential for strong bones, brain development, and a healthy heart and immune system. Learn more from our friends at Seafood Nutrition Partnership.

Highlights Six Ways Fishermen Keep Shark Fishing Sustainable NOAA Fisheries relies on partners like fishermen to help keep U.S. fisheries sustainable. Check out the top six ways fishermen help us maintain a sustainable shark fishery. Summer Scholars Help Expand Aquaculture Accessibility This summer, the NOAA Fisheries Office of Aquaculture hosted two summer scholars, who helped advance NOAA’s aquaculture work and stakeholder outreach.

Alaska Alaska Fisherman Sentenced to Federal Prison and Fined $1 Million for Falsifying Fishing Records On August 5, 2021, James Aaron Stevens of Kodiak, Alaska, was sentenced to 6 months in federal prison and a $1 million fine. He must also make a public service announcement acknowledging his crime and complete 80 hours of community service. Stevens, a commercial fisherman and the owner and operator of the Southern Seas and Alaskan Star, pled guilty in November 2020 to falsely labeling fish.

West Coast Analysis of New West Coast Swordfish Fishery Weighs Benefits of Increased Domestic Catch NOAA Fisheries is proposing to approve a new means of catching West Coast swordfish that could increase the domestic supply of the species often featured in upscale restaurants.

Pacific Islands Kui ‘ia ka lei moku e Kanaloa: The Ocean Unites Humanity to Clean Up Marine Debris Our marine debris team joins the Papahānaumokuākea Marine Debris Project to remove derelict fishing nets from coral reefs across the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument. The team anticipates removing more than 110,000 pounds of derelict fishing gear from the ocean during their 30-day mission.

Greater Atlantic John “Jack” Casey: Internationally Recognized Shark Researcher, Mentor, and Narragansett Lab Co-Founder In celebration of our 150th anniversary, we are highlighting people who helped build the foundation of fisheries and marine science. Meet Jack Casey, a pioneer in shark research.

Upcoming Deadlines August 26, September 13 NOAA is hosting listening sessions for the public to learn about and provide input on "Conserving and Restoring America the Beautiful.” View more news and announcements.

Upcoming Events August 30: East Coast Climate Change Scenario Planning Webinar 1 September 1: East Coast Climate Change Scenario Planning Webinar 2 September 2: East Coast Climate Change Scenario Planning Webinar 3 September 13-17: South Atlantic Fishery Management Council Meeting September 21-23: Western Pacific Fishery Management Council Meeting September 28-30: New England Fishery Management Council Meeting View more events.

Federal Register Actions Visit NOAA Fisheries' Rules & Regulations web page to learn more about recently proposed and finalized regulations in your region.

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