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AAFA (the American Albacore Fishing Association) is a non-profit organization representing commercial pole & line vessels. AAFA seeks to ensure responsible fishery management practices and the participation of vital fishing communities. It supports education regarding responsible fishing methods and promotes the health benefits of tuna consumption along with environmental benefits of sustainable fishery practices. AAFA strives to ensure the economic viability of pole & line fisheries now and into the future.
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Latest Fishing News
Clipper Oil: Latest Fishing News – Taiwan Cuts Ties with Solomon Islands
September 17, 2019
Taiwan Cuts Ties with Solomon Islands, Accuses China of ‘Dollar Diplomacy’
Redflagged Vessels May Lose Big: FFA
American Samoa’s Governor Fears Closure of American Samoa’s Biggest Employer
‘Unfair’ Fee Discourages Tuna Processing and Fishing Industry
Climate Redistribution of Tuna May Mean a Loss of USD 60 Million for Pacific by 2050
Report Finds Transshipments in Western, Central Pacific Likely UnderreportedNOAA Fisheries FishNews – September 11, 2019
September 12, 2019FishNews – September 4, 2019
September 5, 2019FishNews – August 28, 2019
August 29, 2019
Highlights
Watching Wildlife Responsibly
2019 Recipients of NOAA Fisheries Sea Grant Fellowship
Alaska: Ocean-Going Robots to Complement Ship-Based Fish Surveys
Alaska: Meet Elizabeth Siddon, Presidential Early Career Award Winner
Science Blog: Fur Seals on Bogoslof Island
West Coast: Road Replacement Opens Pathway for Salmon Recovery
View NewsletterVessels – Resolution, Steel Fin, and Two Captains
August 20, 2019-
- Resolution
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- Steel Fin
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- Newly remodeled Two Captains
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- Bait Day on the Rhonda Moe
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Fishermen’s News Online – Wednesday, August 14, 2019
August 14, 2019Clipper Oil: Latest Fishing News
August 14, 2019
New Study Shows Migratory Tuna Species are Spawning in Pacific Marine Protected Area
Papua New Guinea Turns Toward China, Seeks Help With Tuna Processing Investment
Pacific Forum Fisheries Agency Enacts New Crew Welfare Regulations
Thai Union Group Gross Profit Up 13% in 2Q
American Tunaboat Association Loses Lawsuit in Fight Against NMFS
Pacific Island Leaders Renew Shipping Emissions Battle
Climate Change Could Expose More Humans to Mercury in SeafoodFishermen’s News Online – Wednesday, August 7, 2019
August 7, 2019
Important Vessel Notifications
Certificate of Documentation (COD) Guidance During Application Processing Delays
July 16, 2019The National Vessel Documentation Center (NVDC) is experiencing delays in the time necessary to issue a Certificate of Documentation (COD) due to performance issues associated with its Information Technology (IT) System. The following guidance is provided on the website here
2019 Canadian Vessel List
June 20, 2019
AAFA has been awarded the Marine Stewardship Council's coveted eco-label for sustainable fishing. Products from the AAFA tuna fishery may now carry the Marine Stewardship Council eco-label which will distinguish it as a certified sustainable and well-managed fishery. This is the first tuna fishery in the world to receive the accolade.