Recent labeling laws, called COOL (country-of-origin labels), require grocery stores and other seafood outlets to clearly inform shoppers where their fish comes from. China? Thailand? U.S. waters? Wild or farmed? A new generation of savvy seafood shoppers is learning to
Alaskans Clean Up Their Act
Here’s some good news for a change, and a great example of responsible living and collective stewardship. The MCA foundation, along with dozens of local groups and communities, has cleaned up over one million pounds of trash from 34,000 miles
Wild Salmon vs. Hatchery-raised: judges weigh the differences
In a renewed lawsuit pitting economics against environmental concerns, judges are again being asked to consider whether hatchery-raised fish should be considered identical to wild salmon when counting fish populations. Although a ruling last year declared that they were, in
Alaskan Pollock Fishery: Warmer Waters, Migrating Stocks
The Alaskan pollock industry is the largest commercial fishery in the United States, accounting for 2 billion pounds of catch annually, or a third of all seafood caught (by weight). Careful monitoring of pollock stocks and migration patterns on the
New Technologies Allow for Clear Pictures of Ocean Floor
New digital imaging technologies are playing a role in the health and maintenance of Alaska’s wild seafood industries. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADFG) has been testing a variety of cameras and recording devices that allow researchers to
Bourbon-glazed Salmon
This is a surprisingly rich, luscious preparation that complements the dense flesh of sockeye and coho salmon, both still available this time of the year. Use fresh or thawed fish – fillets work better than cross-cut steaks, as they allow
October is National Seafood Month!
This is a great opportunity to take advantage of the tremendous health benefits that seafood has to offer. Nervous about cooking fish? Haven’t enjoyed seafood in the past? Now is a good time to try something different – if you