Sustainable Harvest Sector

03/06/2026

NMFS is preparing for the 2027 cod stock assessments. They are are seeking input from commercial fishermen, such as help identifying new data sources, providing on-the water observations, and flagging emerging issues important to consider during the assessment process.

There is an online meeting on March 18, and/or you can complete a survey. More information here: https://tinyurl.com/3pt8x8sp

03/04/2026

This week's quota list:

https://tinyurl.com/d8tw3nh8

02/28/2026

https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2026/02/25/859337.htm

A coalition of authorities is deploying technology to try to locate the wreck of a fishing boat that sank last month off Massachusetts, killing all seven

02/25/2026

https://ecori.org/scary-problem-ghost-gear-haunts-new-englands-salt-waters/

It has been estimated that between 5% and 15% of lobster gear is lost annually to storms, propellers, and accidents.

02/25/2026

This week's quota list:

https://tinyurl.com/4vdtc26h

02/21/2026

The Maine Fishermen's Forum is two weeks away. Here are 4 seminars dedicated to fishing safety and saving lives: https://tinyurl.com/3693dmx4 Learn more about this year's event on their website: https://mainefishermensforum.org/

02/20/2026

FREE comprehensive first aid training for commercial fishermen

This CPR & First Aid Class is enhanced to teach you the most up to date life-saving skills. This class certifies fishermen in CPR and First Aid and meets U.S. Coast Guard requirements under 46 CFR 28.21.

02/20/2026

https://www.nationalfisherman.com/gulf-of-maine-haddock-quota-stalled-as-boats-near-tying-up?fbclid=IwdGRjcAQFhIJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xNzM4NDc2NDI2NzAzNzAAAR5PkBMPIHDH3lZsIoFJ_3dWh-JoccnjQmC0Hvn_v0gfP6IQLXIhIsnS0tG_rg_aem_tORTnb0lFLD0iWsUivvEWw

It’s the time of year when the fish show up thick, boats can finally make steady trips, and crews start to see paychecks that carry them through the lean months. But this year, instead of chasing the fish, Gulf of Maine (GOM) groundfishermen are waiting and watching their quota meters hit zer...

02/18/2026

This week's quota list:

https://tinyurl.com/tx3rvr29

02/17/2026

Boston's GBH News has released the first of a six part series titled "The Rise & Fall of New Bedford Fishing Tycoon Carlos Rafael." You can access it it audio https://www.wgbh.org/podcasts/thecodfather or video https://www.youtube.com/ formats

A fishing tycoon is arrested in an elaborate sting operation, but claims he’s the real hero fighting back against an overbearing Massachusetts. So who is Carlos “The Codfather” Rafael really – a folk hero, a crook, a righteous rebel, a selfish conman?

02/16/2026

As part of the Massachusetts Right Whale and Lobster Fishery Research Program, the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries (MA DMF) will provide reimbursement of costs, or a portion of costs, for equipment needed to conduct on-demand (ropeless) fishing activities by Massachusetts commercial fixed gear fishers. There will also be a component for mobile gear fishers to participate by purchasing equipment needed to visualize the location of on-demand gear on the seafloor during the fixed gear closed season.

The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries is seeking eligible participants to fish using on-demand (ropeless) fishing gear. Approved participants will be reimbursed the cost, or a portion of the cost of on-demand gear or related equipment.

02/12/2026

Issuance of Potential Sector Contribution Letters for Groundfish Permit Holders

Potential Sector Contribution Letters for Groundfish Permit Holders NOAA Fisheries sent this bulletin at 02/12/2026 09:00 AM EST Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. February 12, 2026 Issuance of Potential Sector Contribution Letters for Groundfish Permit Holders Hello Fish Onli...