Crabbers who fish in Alaska say the closure of Bering Sea snow crab and Bristol Bay red king crab shows investments in industry sustainability are needed now.
SEATTLE — Some emergency relief money is on the way to help crabbers impacted by the historic closure of the Bering Sea snow crab and Bristol Bay red king crab harvests in Alaska.
Washington-based fishermen, however, say more lasting attention, research and action is needed to preserve the industry as a sustainable way of life for generational small businesses.
Mark Casto owns the fishing vessel Pinnacle and says he’s been crabbing since he graduated from high school
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