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Shareholders' Alliance in the News

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Gulf commercial fishermen applaud federal support

“NOAA and the Gulf Council have built relationships with fishing communities and, when their core mission and essential roles are functioning efficiently, are uniquely positioned to help deliver results that benefit fishermen and the economy alike." 


April 22, 2025

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Gulf of America Commercial Fishermen Applaud Presidential Support for U.S. Seafood Industry

The Shareholders' Alliance looks forward to our role in the process as this Executive Order is implemented. We stand ready to work with federal agencies like the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the Gulf Council so that all Gulf commercial fishermen have a seat at the table.  The Shareholders' Alliance looks forward to our role in the process as this Executive Order is implemented. We stand ready to work with federal agencies like the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the Gulf Council so that all Gulf commercial fishermen have a seat at the table.
 

April 18, 2025

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Lisa Schmidt’s journey: From nurse to Gulf fishermen advocate

“I just felt like I had to do something... I couldn’t sit on the sidelines anymore.” – Lisa Schmidt, Shareholders' Alliance Board Member
 

March 27, 2025

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Fishing industry urges Trump administration’s support

" Our nation’s commercial fishing and seafood businesses wish to be a key part of the President’s efforts to bolster domestic food production, nutrition, and self-sufficiency. We represent American businesses that can help Make America Healthy Again by increasing U.S. consumption of nutritious, domestically produced seafood. "
 

March 4, 2025

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Future fishermen: Community recruiting for the next generation

“The Gulf of Mexico makes significant contributions to our domestic supply of wild-capture seafood. What happens to that harvest if our fleets can’t find crews and new captains to run the boats?”  - Ashford Rosenberg, Policy Director


November 5, 2024

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Celebrating National Seafood Month with Launch of Gulf Commercial Fisherman Program

 “The GCFP is about preparing these future leaders with the skills they need to thrive in an industry that requires grit, passion, and deep respect for the ocean. This program will ensure the future of Gulf fishing remains in capable hands. And what better month to start this new program than National Seafood Month?" Buddy Guindon, Executive Director

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This Florida fisherman worries about industry’s future

"The time has come to plan for the future – to put the fish first and make some hard decisions that ensure that all fishermen have enough fish to sustain their businesses, their communities, and their hobbies." - Glen Brooks, Board Member


July 13, 2024

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US names 22 members to regional fishery management councils but delays some appointments

The appointments “are a positive step in the right direction by maintaining a balance of interests on the Gulf Council, with three of the 17 members making a living in the commercial or charter/for-hire fisheries under the Gulf Council’s purview,” according to the Gulf of Mexico Reef Fish Shareholders’ Alliance.


July 8, 2024

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Fishing advocates say new Gulf council appointments ‘maintaining a balance’

The new Gulf appointments “are a positive step in the right direction by maintaining a balance of interests,” according to the Gulf of Mexico Reef Fish Shareholders’ Alliance. 


July 2, 2024

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Fishing for the Future

“In the last six months, data from Gulf states shows that the recreational fisheries have declined over the last four years. The average size caught is smaller, too. That’s a sign that the population is in distress. When the next stock assessment comes out...I fear more data showing the fishery is not as healthy as it has been.”  - Eric Brazer, Deputy Director 


June 26, 2024

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New Legislation Will Improve U.S. Fisheries’ Resilience to Changing Ocean Conditions

“We applaud this effort to improve the systems we need to maintain and grow resilient and competitive seafood businesses and sustain resilient fisheries for today and future generations.”  - Eric Brazer, Deputy Director 


June 18, 2024

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Outlook for Gulf Fisheries not highlighted in Status of Stocks

"First and foremost, fisheries management decisions must be based on science, not politics. Especially in mixed-use fisheries here in the Gulf of Mexico." - Gary Jarvis, commercial and charter captain


June 10, 2024

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In the News

Red Grouper Reallocation

Red Grouper Reallocation

Red Grouper Reallocation

The Shareholders' Alliance is fighting for commercial fishing families, accountability, and sustainability.

Red Snapper Stories

Red Grouper Reallocation

Red Grouper Reallocation

American red snapper is an iconic species in the Gulf - one that thousands of people rely on for their living. The Shareholders' Alliance is dedicated to protecting red snapper populations and the small businesses that rely on it.

Gulf Gives Back

Red Grouper Reallocation

Gulf Gives Back

The Shareholders' Alliance proudly partnered with fishermen, fish houses, processors, food banks and a philanthropic investor to get fishermen back on the water during the pandemic and give back to those in need. 

COVID-19

Other News Stories

Gulf Gives Back

Our statements and news stories on the impact of COVID-19 on the fishing industry..

Young Fishermen

Other News Stories

Other News Stories

We work with leaders throughout the Gulf and across the nation to develop and foster training for the next generation of commercial fishermen. 

Other News Stories

Other News Stories

Other News Stories

See other news stories about the Shareholders' Alliance. 

Press Releases and Statements

Press Releases and Statements

Press Releases and Statements

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