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The pollock fishery is the single largest contributor to marine research at the University of Alaska. Through the Pollock Conservation Cooperative Research Center, the fishery has put more than $16 million into marine research and education at the UAF College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences.

Partnering with Alaska Pacific University, the pollock fishery continues to research new ways of improving commercial fishing practices and gear to minimize impacts to the marine environment.

Every five years, the NPFMC completes an extensive eco-system review process of fishing effects on essential fish habitat. NPFMC research continues to show that pollock fishing activity is not contributing to any adverse impacts on fish stock health.

The Alaska pollock fishery is recognized by NOAA as a model for how science-based management and monitoring can help ensure long-term sustainability of the resource. All pelagic trawl gear used by the pollock fishery is regulated and approved by NOAA and meets stringent core design requirements. 

The Alaska pollock fishery is recognized by the Certified Seafood Collaborative as a Responsible Fisheries Management (RFM) Certified fishery. RFM is based on criteria from the United Nations Food and Agriculture (FAO), which provides the world’s most recognized fisheries management guidance.

The Alaska pollock fishery is a Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Certified fishery and has been awarded the MSC’s Ocean Champion Award for its successful fishery management and sustainability results.