ALASKA POLLOCK
Gadus chalcogrammus

The Alaska pollock fishery is one of the world’s largest and most sustainably managed, harvested in the Bering Sea using pelagic trawl gear. The fishery is cooperatively managed and has strict catch limits, sector allocations, and 100% observer coverage through either human observers onboard or electronic monitoring.
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Certified by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), the fishery is known for strong science-based management and innovative bycatch reduction efforts, particularly for salmon, halibut, and crab. Alaska pollock is a key part of the U.S. seafood supply and a global model for responsible, large-scale fishing.

PACIFIC COD
Gadus macroephalus

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Pacific cod is a key Alaska groundfish fishery managed with science-based catch limits, seasonal closures, and gear-specific regulations. Our members sustainably harvest Pacific cod using non-pelagic trawls. Fishery management tools implemented through the Pacific Cod Trawl Cooperative (PCTC) program include strong measures to reduce bycatch of halibut and crab, and 100% observer coverage. Certified by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), it is a well-monitored, sustainable fishery that supports healthy stocks and habitats.

PACIFIC WHITING (HAKE)
Mercluccius productus

​​Pacific whiting (hake) is the largest groundfish fishery on the West Coast, managed jointly by the U.S. and Canada. Harvested with pelagic trawl gear, it is supported by 100% observer coverage through either human observers onboard or electronic monitoring. MSC-certified, it is recognized for its collaborative management, sustainable practices, and low-impact harvest methods.

WHERE AND HOW WE FISH

Our vessels fish in the cold, nutrient-rich waters of the North Pacific, following carefully set quotas and fishing seasons. These science-based management tools help protect fish stocks, minimize bycatch, and support long-term ecosystem health.
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We use pelagic trawl gear that targets schools of Alaska pollock, and Pacific whiting (hake), non-pelagic trawl for Pacific cod. Our captains and crews are highly trained in both fishing techniques and environmental responsibility.

THE HUMAN ELEMENT

Behind every catch is a skilled crew, a multi-generational fishing family, and a community that depends on the health of the ocean. The Alaska Pollock fishery supports thousands of jobs across Alaska and the Pacific Northwest and plays a vital role in America's domestic seafood production.