The fish behind America’s fish sticks is fueling a fight over trawling in Alaska

A type of fishing net used to catch Alaska pollock—the fish in most American fish sticks, has become the center of a debate over trawling practices in Alaska. The nets are so effective that they pull up enormous quantities of fish at once. This fishing method is generating disagreement, though the specifics of the dispute are still emerging.

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Philadelphia InquirerLean Left· 8d ago· ran in 3 outlets

Takeaways from AP’s report on Alaska’s growing fight over trawling and bycatch

Philadelphia InquirerLean Left· 8d ago· ran in 3 outlets

The fish behind America’s fish sticks is fueling a fight over trawling in Alaska

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WTOP Washington DCCenter· 8d ago· ran in 3 outlets

Takeaways from AP’s report on Alaska’s growing fight over trawling and bycatch

WTOP Washington DCCenter· 8d ago· ran in 3 outlets

The fish behind America’s fish sticks is fueling a fight over trawling in Alaska

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MyNorthwestLean Right· 8d ago· ran in 3 outlets

Takeaways from AP’s report on Alaska’s growing fight over trawling and bycatch

MyNorthwestLean Right· 8d ago· ran in 3 outlets

The fish behind America’s fish sticks is fueling a fight over trawling in Alaska