Though new fishing regulations on New England fishermen are stricter than ever before, they are still the best hope for an industry on the verge of potential collapse.
Some legislators are trying to eat their fish and have them too.
Michael Conathan breaks down the effect of the recent national elections on our oceans and coasts.
The sudden post-Sandy shift in the national dialogue about climate change shouldn’t ignore the fishing industry.
Michael Conathan breaks down the health benefits and detriments of fish in your diet.
Two methods in particular—community-supported fisheries and underutilized species—provide a framework for how both fishermen and consumers can get more value from American seafood.
Michael Conathan recommends New England’s groundfish industry take a cue from its beloved baseball team and take the bold, painful steps needed for long-term success.
Michael Conathan shows how the oil-and-gas industry could learn from fishermen’s approach to Arctic resources.
Michael Conathan explains how the record-low price of lobster is another economic effect of global climate change.
Michael Conathan explains what a settlement between Cape Wind and Martha’s Vineyard fishermen means for fishing, energy, and ocean planning.
Fish populations are starting to rebuild thanks to strict catch limits, writes Michael Conathan. Wholesale changes to the law would be a mistake.
Michael Conathan probes the ethical issue of wild versus farmed seafood.
Michael Conathan shows seafood sustainability initiatives must figure out how to sustain fishermen as well as fish.
Michael Conathan explains how the National Ocean Policy benefits America’s fisheries and why conservatives’ attacks on the policy don’t hold up.
Michael Conathan explains why the best way to save the overfished bluefin tuna is to support New England’s artisanal fishery.
Michael Conathan explains how Sen. Olympia Snowe’s retirement will affect our oceans and fisheries.
Michael Conathan explains the fluctuations inherent in fisheries science and why stability is fundamental to sustainability.
Michael Conathan enumerates the top developments of the year for fisheries.
Michael Conathan explains why New England’s groundfishery may be on the brink of disaster, but not for the reasons called out by some politicians.
Michael Conathan’s advice on what to consider when you sit down at the sushi bar.
More emotionally charged rhetoric won’t pull New England’s storied fishing industry back from the brink, writes Michael Conathan. It will take compromise on all sides.
Jobs in commercial fishing are down, but lawmakers’ attacks on fisheries management systems will not solve the problem, says Michael Conathan.
Michael Conathan explains why, despite what we see on the surface, the oceans are not OK.
Michael Conathan wonders what legislators are thinking by slashing budgets to maintain the fisheries that support millions of jobs and put food on our tables.
Michael Conathan debunks the perception that recreational fishing doesn’t harm fish stocks and offers ways to reduce your impact while enjoying the sport.
Michael Conathan argues that farmed fish are a fact of life and we should continue efforts that attempt to make the practice safer.
NOAA’s decision not to list bluefin tuna as endangered may not be popular, says Michael Conathan. But it was the right move.
Michael Conathan braves the aisles to find out which of our nation’s grocery stores are paying attention to where their fish come from.
Many U.S. fisheries have gone from overfishing to underfishing in just a few years, writes Michael Conathan. We need to strike the right balance with regulations.
Michael Conathan reports some good news for our nation’s fisheries and fishermen.
The first in a new series from Michael Conathan outlines the issues confronting our nation’s fisheries.