Central to the Hawaii Seafood Council’s mission is providing information that contributes to the sustainability of the industry.
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Nutrient Labels and Claims
Tunas:
Bigeye, Yellowfin, Albacore, Skipjack
Billfish:
Blue Marlin, Striped Marlin, Shortbill Spearfish, Broadbill Swordfish
Other Ocean Species:
Mahimahi, Wahoo, Moonfish, Sickle Pomfret
Bottomfish:
Long-tail Red Snapper, Pink Snapper, Blue-Green Snapper, Sea Bass
Species Information
Tunas:
Bigeye, Yellowfin, Albacore, Skipjack
Billfish:
Blue Marlin, Striped Marlin, Shortbill Spearfish, Broadbill Swordfish
Other Ocean Species:
Mahimahi, Wahoo, Moonfish, Sickle Pomfret
Bottomfish:
Long-tail Red Snapper, Pink Snapper, Blue-Green Snapper, Sea Bass
Fisheries 101
The Fisheries 101 Curriculum provides a comprehensive foundation for understanding the journey of Hawaii’s seafood from the ocean to the market. These eight modules bridge the gap between marine biology and commercial industry, covering essential topics such as fish ecology, the specific mechanics of local fishing fleets, and the rigorous scientific stock assessments used to monitor population health. Together, they illustrate the complex regulatory framework and sustainable management practices that ensure Hawaii’s fisheries remain environmentally responsible and continuously improving for future generations.
External Resources
NOAA
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Hawaii Longline Association
https://www.hawaiilongline.org/
The Hawaii Longline Association (HLA) is the organization dedicated to advancing the common interest of Hawaii fishermen, individuals and businesses in our community involved in longline fishing. HLA is an active participant in the fisheries management process. As a key stakeholder, HLA plays a vital role in maintaining the Fishery Management Plan for the fishery that leads to regulations and management actions that keep our fishery sustainable. HLA is involved in research and development of practical solutions for reducing the adverse impacts of fishing on protected species. And it shares these solutions with other fisheries around the Pacific to achieve a broader impact of practical conservation measures. They have pioneered efforts, developed new techniques to ensure responsible fishery operations and will continue to be an integral part of the effort to preserve and sustain our valuable fisheries.
Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council
The Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council (WPRFMC) is one of the regional fishery management councils in the U.S. mandated by the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. Its primary role is to formulate and maintain Fishery Management Plans (FMPs) for American fisheries in the Central and Western Pacific. FMPs are formulated and amended with the best available scientific advice as well as diverse stakeholder input through a transparent public process. FMPs are proposed fishery management rules and actions to keep the fishery operating within sustainable limits. FMPs are submitted to NOAA for review, rule making and enforcement.