A ‘Day of Reckoning’ for the New England Groundfishery ArticleMay 3, 2013 A ‘Day of Reckoning’ for the New England Groundfishery 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. May 3, 2013 Michael Conathan
The Dollars and Science of Fishery Management ArticleMarch 29, 2013 The Dollars and Science of Fishery Management Some legislators are trying to eat their fish and have them too. Mar 29, 2013 Michael Conathan
Oceans ’13: The Post-Election Future of Ocean Policy ArticleNovember 16, 2012 Oceans ’13: The Post-Election Future of Ocean Policy Michael Conathan breaks down the effect of the recent national elections on our oceans and coasts. Nov 16, 2012 Michael Conathan
Hurricane Sandy, Climate Change, and the Future of Fish ArticleNovember 2, 2012 Hurricane Sandy, Climate Change, and the Future of Fish The sudden post-Sandy shift in the national dialogue about climate change shouldn’t ignore the fishing industry. Nov 2, 2012 Michael Conathan
Omega 3s vs. Mercury—Is Seafood Good for You? ArticleOctober 5, 2012 Omega 3s vs. Mercury—Is Seafood Good for You? Michael Conathan breaks down the health benefits and detriments of fish in your diet. Oct 5, 2012 Michael Conathan
Innovations to Increase and Stabilize Fishing Profits ArticleSeptember 21, 2012 Innovations to Increase and Stabilize Fishing Profits 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. Sep 21, 2012 Michael Conathan
Time for New England to Hit the ‘Reset’ Button ArticleAugust 31, 2012 Time for New England to Hit the ‘Reset’ Button 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. Aug 31, 2012 Michael Conathan
Caution vs. Recklessness in the Arctic ArticleAugust 10, 2012 Caution vs. Recklessness in the Arctic Michael Conathan shows how the oil-and-gas industry could learn from fishermen’s approach to Arctic resources. Aug 10, 2012 Michael Conathan
The Hidden Cost of Cheap Lobster ArticleJuly 20, 2012 The Hidden Cost of Cheap Lobster Michael Conathan explains how the record-low price of lobster is another economic effect of global climate change. Jul 20, 2012 Michael Conathan
Cape Wind Project and Fishermen Seal a Deal ArticleJune 29, 2012 Cape Wind Project and Fishermen Seal a Deal Michael Conathan explains what a settlement between Cape Wind and Martha’s Vineyard fishermen means for fishing, energy, and ocean planning. Jun 29, 2012 Michael Conathan
Long-Term Fishery Investments Starting to Pay Off ArticleMay 25, 2012 Long-Term Fishery Investments Starting to Pay Off Fish populations are starting to rebuild thanks to strict catch limits, writes Michael Conathan. Wholesale changes to the law would be a mistake. May 25, 2012 Michael Conathan
The Ethics of Seafood ArticleMay 11, 2012 The Ethics of Seafood Michael Conathan probes the ethical issue of wild versus farmed seafood. May 11, 2012 Michael Conathan