Oregon's Commercial Fishing Industry, Year 2011 and 2012 Review

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Citation

Originator: The Research Group, LLC.

Publish Date: 2013

Online Link: None

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Contact Information

Agency: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife

Name: Lindsay Aylesworth

Job Position: Marine Reserves Program Leader

Telephone: 541-867-4741

E-Mail Address: lindsay.x.aylesworth@odfw.oregon.gov

Description

Abstract: This report's purpose is to provide attribute descriptions and economic contribution estimates for the Oregon commercial fishing industry in 2011 and 2012. Descriptions include the total volume (fish weight) and value (revenue realized by harvesters) of landings in Oregon. Harvester and processor characteristics are explained. An estimate of economic contribution from onshore landings made to the State and local economies is provided. An estimate for the economic contribution generated by revenue received in distant water fisheries is also described. Statements are offered about stock abundances, management measures, harvesting and processing technologies, seafood markets, and other structural issues that the industry is currently facing.

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Time Period of Content: 2011-2012

Geographic Extent: Oregon

Status: Final

Use Constraints: Prepared for Oregon Dept. Fish and Wildlife and Oregon Coastal Zone Management Association

Format: PDF

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