DATE: April 2026
SECTOR: Seafood
SOURCE: Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute (ASMI)
TOPIC: Economic contribution of Alaska’s seafood industry
SUMMARY: An assessment of the economic value of Alaska’s seafood industry, examining its contribution to employment, economic activity, and coastal communities across the state.
DESCRIPTION: Produced by McKinley Research Group for the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute, this report examines the economic role of Alaska’s seafood industry across harvesting, processing, and distribution activities. Drawing on data from 2023 and 2024, it explores the sector’s contribution to jobs, labor income, business activity, and public revenues, while providing context on the market conditions affecting the industry.
Read the press release: Updated Report Reinforces Economic Impact of Alaska Seafood Industry
Download the summary: The Economic Value of Alaska’s Seafood Industry Summary
Access the full report: The Economic Value of Alaska’s Seafood Industry
