Young Fishermen's Development Act
Fishermen in today's world need to know a lot more than simply how to fish. Daunting challenges have made it harder than ever for young men and women to start a fishing career -- including high cost of entry, financial risks and limited entry-level opportunities.
What Justice Looks Like for "Codfather"
The high-profile arrest of New Bedford fishing mogul Carlos Rafael, followed by his guilty plea for lying about the fish he caught and sold, has been in the news for months. His criminal actions stole from honest fishermen and undermined the science and management of the entire fishery for cod, flounder and other bottom dwelling species. The Fishermen’s Alliance is taking a clear stand on what action NOAA Fisheries Service should take...
John Pappalardo Reappointed to New England Fishery Management Council
STATEMENT: Cape Cod Fishermen Thank Governor Baker and NOAA Fisheries Service for the Reappointment of John Pappalardo to the New England Fishery Management Council Contact: Nancy Civetta, 617-901-7193, CHATHAM, Mass. (June 29, 2017) – Yesterday, NOAA Fisheries announced its appointment of 22 new and returning members to the eight regional fishery management councils that manage fish populations in U...
Introducing Pier to Plate
On Memorial Day weekend, the Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance will launch an exciting new program, Pier to Plate, to create demand for lesser-known seafood. A small group of area restaurants, a fish market and a catering company will serve locally-caught dogfish and skate to their customers.
Feedback Needed on Temporary Scientific Moorings in Nantucket Sound
There are two proposed studies on growing sugar kelp in Nantucket Sound. The researchers have requested feedback from the fishing community to ensure that the mooring locations will not interfere with normal fishing operations and are trying to site them near "hangs" that are generally avoided. They would consider other nearby sites that may be near "hangs" that draggers and others might avoid anyway- please provide any suggestions...
Young Fishermen's Development Program
BILL TO ESTABLISH NATIONAL YOUNG FISHERMEN’S PROGRAM INTRODUCED Fishing Community Coalition Initiative Gains Momentum as Reps. Young (AK), Moulton (MA) Sponsor Legislation to Empower Next Generation of Commercial Fishermen (Washington, D.C....April 12, 2017) Representatives Don Young (R-AK) and Seth Moulton (D-MA) have introduced the Young Fishermen's Development Act of 2017 (H...
Massachusetts Shellfish Initiative
Massachusetts shellfishermen (wild and recreational harvesters, aquaculture growers), restoration advocates, concerned citizens, and public officials are invited to learn more about the Shellfish Initiative and play a key role in its development. If you have not yet attended a meeting or taken the survey, please review the meeting presentation slides and take the online survey to provide your feedback! Learn More: > Mass Shellfish Initiative's Website > PDF of public presentation slides Share your Input: > link to MSI Survey Upcoming Meetings: Martha's Vineyard, Katharine Cornell Theater - Friday May 5th, 3:00-4:30 p...
Statewide Shellfish Initiative Proposed for Massachusetts
PRESS RELEASE March 30, 2017 STATEWIDE SHELLFISH INITIATIVE PROPOSED FOR MASSACHUSETTS Stakeholders are invited to attend meetings to learn more about the MSI and play key role in its development The Massachusetts Aquaculture Association (MAA), the Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance (CCCFA), and The Nature Conservancy (TNC), with doctoral students from the University of Massachusetts Boston, will host public meetings to discuss the emerging Massachusetts Shellfish Initiative (MSI)...
Herring Heat Up
The Fishermen's Alliance is working hard alongside local fishermen to push for a buffer zone off the backside of Cape Cod that would prohibit industrial herring trawlers from fishing in nearshore waters.
Fishing Communities Coalition Urges Congress to Break Down Barriers for Young Fishermen, Build on Sustainability Progress
(Washington, D.C....March 6, 2017) As the 115th Congress prepares for an active 2017 legislative agenda, commercial fishermen from New England, the Gulf Coast and Alaska traveled to Washington, D.C. to meet with members of Congress and staff to advocate on behalf of small-boat fishing communities and sustainable fisheries, as part of the Fishing Communities Coalition (FCC)...
Voices from the Wheelhouse
CAPE COD FISHERMEN SHARE THEIR STORIES ON COMMUNITY RADIO “Voices from the Wheelhouse” debuts Sunday, January 29, at noon on WOMR 92.1 FM and WFMR 91.3 FM Contact: Nancy Civetta, 617-901-7193, (Chatham, Mass...January 24, 2017) The Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen’s Alliance debuts a new community radio show called, “Voices from the Wheelhouse” beginning this Sunday, January 29, at noon in collaboration with WOMR 92...
