Young Fishermen - News Stories

"As the landscape of this industry evolves, it’s vital to provide training and pathways for the next generation to be set up for success and continue providing fresh, sustainable seafood to dinner plates across the country. We thank Congress for prioritizing workforce development and training for the young fishermen who will be the face of this industry’s future.” - Eric Brazer, Deputy Director   

March 17, 2022

"Commercial fishermen are a line of defense for Gulf resources, because they rely on them for their businesses and their livelihoods. If these people age out and retire, you lose this voice." - Ashford Rosenberg, Shareholders' Alliance Policy Director

June 3, 2021 

House Resolution 1240, titled the “Young Fishermen’s Development Act,” calls for the U.S. Department of Commerce to establish a first-of-its-kind grant program to address the dwindling number of young people who want to work in commercial fishing. 

January 6, 2021 

President Trump signed a bill yesterday that will distribute federal grants to help young fishermen get a start in their industry and create the first national training program for the next generation of commercial anglers. 

January 6, 2021 

 “Many of us have worked for decades to protect fish stocks and build strong seafood businesses and it is great to see Congress come together to support the next generation of fishermen,." - Buddy Guindon, Shareholders' Alliance Executive Director

January 6, 2021 

Commercial fishing is a vital industry to the American culture and economy, and with the Young Fishermen’s Development Act, we can rest easier knowing there are resources available to provide training and education for the next generation of fishermen that will help feed this great country.

December 9, 2020