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California Fishermen Struggle Amid Salmon Fishing Closures

3/19/2025

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California's salmon fishing industry is reeling from two years of fishing closures, devastating coastal livelihoods. Capt. William Smith has pivoted to whale watching and sea burials to make ends meet. As the Pacific Fishery Management Council considers more restrictions, fishermen voice their anger over water management policies that prioritize agriculture over the struggling fish populations.

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Story summary

California's salmon fishing industry is reeling from two years of fishing closures, devastating coastal livelihoods. Capt. William Smith has pivoted to whale watching and sea burials to make ends meet. As the Pacific Fishery Management Council considers more restrictions, fishermen voice their anger over water management policies that prioritize agriculture over the struggling fish populations.