Commercial fishing is a cornerstone of Washington’s coastal economy and cultural identity, sustaining communities from Puget Sound to the Pacific coast. For more than a century, the industry has supported thousands of jobs on vessels, in processing plants, and across maritime supply chains, making it one of the region’s most enduring economic engines. Washington’s fleet harvests salmon, Dungeness crab, albacore tuna, herring and other species that supply markets around the world, reinforcing the state’s role as a major hub in the Pacific seafood economy. The state also serves as the homeport of the North Pacific fishing fleet, the largest fishing enterprise in the nation.
WSG helps sustain the commercial fishing industry with vital workforce development, life-saving trainings, and responsive technical assistance that helps businesses navigate market fluctuations and the complex regulations inherent to the industry.