USDA's New Seafood Office: A Game Changer for Fishermen

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has established its first Office of Seafood, aiming to treat seafood growers, catchers, and processors like farmers of the ocean. This move, announced by Secretary Brooke Rollins and Alaska Senator Dan Sullivan, allows sea harvesters to access USDA programs with improved service and easier access. The new office, a result of years of advocacy from Alaskas lawmakers and fishing crews, offers benefits such as crop-style insurance, low-interest loans for old boats and gear, and more. Industry voices hail it as a significant upgrade, providing ocean workers with the same safety nets as land farmers. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8d4489e8aeefb33b