Eastern Shore watermen describe market collapse; state compiles data for NOAA disaster request Watermen told the Eastern Shore delegation markets and a major Potomac sewage spill have crippled demand for oysters; DNR issued two-week emergency season extensions and said it is compiling buy-ticket data toward a NOAA fisheries disaster declaration. State marketing efforts will be stepped up.

Maryland's oyster industry is reeling from a market collapse and a sewage spill, prompting urgent state action to prevent further disaster.

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Trending 🇺🇸 California Seeks Federal Funds to Support Fishing Industry California is requesting federal funds to support its fishing industry, particularly for salmon and albacore sectors affected by the 2023 salmon fishing season closure. Advocates deem the $20.6 million allocated in federal relief inadequate, prompting ongoing efforts to secure more funding for impacted fishermen and to sustain the industry.

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