Commercial Shellfish Management Geoduck Survey NRC manages large-scale geoduck survey work for tribal agencies. Geoduck are an important economic and cultural resource for the region. Responsible management of the species and habitats helps to maintain a healthy,...
Sustainable Fishery Certifications NRC was instrumental in the initial development of sustainable fishery guidelines used by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) to evaluate fisheries management. NRC recognizes the importance of certified sustainability to seafood...
Independent Salmon Science Reviews NRC is frequently invited to participate on independent scientific review panels created to address critical salmon knowledge gaps. For example, NRC advised the Secretary of Interior on the effects of Klamath River dam removal on...
Salmon Survival, Growth, and Age Factors affecting the survival, growth, and age of Pacific salmon is an ongoing research topic of NRC and its collaborators. Key discoveries include adverse effects of highly abundant pink salmon (650 million pink salmon in 2011) on...
Lost Fishing Gear Removal Management NRC manages large-scale at-sea operations to locate and remove lost fishing gear. In Puget Sound, NRC worked for the Northwest Straits Initiative to manage multiple vessels over several years to ultimately complete the removal of...
