How big is the Alaska pollock fishery?
The Alaska pollock fishery is the largest U.S. fishery. In recent years, the Alaska pollock fishery has accounted for about 30 percent of all U.S. seafood landings by weight. Since the U.S. established a 200-mile fishing zone in 1976, Alaska pollock harvests have averaged 1.1 million metric tons annually on a sustainable basis. Click here for more details about Alaska pollock.