Alaska Fisheries Business Assistance Project
Providing information and resources to Alaska's fishermen, processors, and marine-related businesses
The Alaska Fisheries Business Assistance Project, or Fi$hBiz, is a seafood business training and educational program for Alaska’s seafood industry participants and dependent coastal communities. FishBiz services focus on education, research and extension.
FishBiz offers educational workshops, seminars, manuals and industry updates. Contact our Fisheries Business Specialist for offerings in your community.
What's New
Fuel Efficiency website, offering information and tips on conserving fuel
Steps to Success for Rural Entrepreneurs: Starting an Ecotourism Business in Alaska - handbook was published by the University of Alaska Center for Economic Development as part of an effort to support rural Alaska entrepreneurship.
A Village Fish Processing Plant: Yes or No? - handbook offers advice about planning a fish processing plant in an Alaska village
The Business of Fishing - Knowing the Fishing Industry - overview of various topics important to the business of fishing.
Seafood Business and Marketing Workshops - begin in October, 2007.
The Alaska Young Fishermen's Summit II is scheduled for December 10-11, 2007 in Anchorage. Watch for more information.
Alaska Seafood Processors Leadership Institute - 2008
Sample Crew Member Employee Contract
Recoveries and Yields from Pacific Fish and Shellfish - Webpage version available on the State of Alaska Commerce - Office of Economic Development website
FishBiz Tools and Information
Business and Financial Management Tools
Seafood Processing and Technology
Vessel Improvements and Maintenance
