Industry Resources
Sign up to receive text and/or email
notifications about season openings
and closings, regulatory changes, and
task force and Commission meetings
at
www.wlf.louisiana.gov/signup.
Contact: Richard Williams, 225.765.0121, rrwilliams@wlf.la.gov
Get Involved!
To manage Louisiana’s fisheries,
LDWF and the Commission rely on
scientific data and landings records
as well as public input. Our decisions
directly impact you, so it’s important
that we have your input as we define
management goals and strategies. We
encourage you to participate in the
management process to ensure that we consider your interests and that you
understand the regulatory process and resulting management actions.
LDWF has organized industry task forces for Louisiana’s shrimp, blue crab,
and oyster industries. These task forces are made up of representatives from
the respective industries as well as relevant state agencies. The task forces
are responsible for studying and monitoring their industries and making
recommendations to LDWF, the Commission, and other state agencies on
managing and developing their industries. The task forces meet regularly, and
meetings are open to the public. Read more online at:
•
Shrimp Task Force: wlf.louisiana.gov/fishing/shrimp-task-force
• Blue Crab Task Force: wlf.louisiana.gov/fishing/louisiana-blue-crab-taskforce
• Oyster Task Force: wlf.louisiana.gov/fishing/oyster-task-force
LDWF is also in the process of organizing a Finfish Task Force. Email
awest@wlf.
la.gov for more information.
The Commission’s monthly meetings and our open regulatory process provide
additional opportunities for public input.
Louisiana Fisheries Forward
Louisiana Fisheries Forward (LFF) is a voluntary education and training program
for members of Louisiana’s seafood community. Created by LDWF and Louisiana
Sea Grant, LFF delivers training videos and fact sheets on a number of topics
such as how to be a commercial fisherman and seafood business finance and
management, as well as hands-on workshops, trainings, and demonstrations
to showcase new technology and best practices. LFF’s goal is to help improve
the economic success of Louisiana’s commercial fishing industry. Learn more at
lafisheriesforward.org.
Louisiana Wild Seafood Certification Program
Through the Louisiana Wild Seafood
Certification Program (LWSCP), LDWF
aims to build a brand that guarantees
the origin of Louisiana wild-caught
seafood. Through strict chain of
custody requirements, the program
guarantees that all seafood products
bearing the Certified Louisiana
Seafood label were caught in
Louisiana or Gulf waters by a licensed Louisiana fisherman, landed at a Louisiana
dock, and processed and packaged by a Louisiana-based company. The program
provides education for participants on best seafood handling and sanitation
practices to ensure the utmost safety and quality. When a buyer sees this label,
they can be confident they’re buying authentic Louisiana wild-caught seafood, a
premium product known for freshness, consistent quality, and sustainability, and
that they’re supporting our local fishing communities.
By branding and showcasing Louisiana seafood, LWSCP helps suppliers increase
the value of their seafood and remain competitive in the marketplace. LWSCP
participants benefit from free marketing support, such as:
•
Market portal linking Certified Louisiana Seafood suppliers with buyers
• Promotions through the program website, social media, and events
including seafood festivals and industry conventions
• Point-of-sale materials such as decals, brochures, and apparel
• Access to program partners including the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and
Marketing Board, Audubon GULF, NOAA Fisheries, Louisiana Sea Grant, and
other partners who purchase and promote Certified Louisiana Seafood.
Licensed Louisiana commercial fishermen are automatically eligible for the
program; licensed Louisiana Fresh Products dealers and Wholesale/Retail
Seafood dealers must obtain a permit to participate. They must also comply with
all state and federal permitting and reporting requirements. Find out more or
sign up to participate at
LouisianaCertifiedSeafood.com.
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Sign up to receive text and/or email
notifications about season openings
and closings, regulatory changes, and
task force and Commission meetings
at
www.wlf.louisiana.gov/signup.
Contact: Richard Williams, 225.765.0121, rrwilliams@wlf.la.gov
Get Involved!
To manage Louisiana’s fisheries,
LDWF and the Commission rely on
scientific data and landings records
as well as public input. Our decisions
directly impact you, so it’s important
that we have your input as we define
management goals and strategies. We
encourage you to participate in the
management process to ensure that we consider your interests and that you
understand the regulatory process and resulting management actions.
LDWF has organized industry task forces for Louisiana’s shrimp, blue crab,
and oyster industries. These task forces are made up of representatives from
the respective industries as well as relevant state agencies. The task forces
are responsible for studying and monitoring their industries and making
recommendations to LDWF, the Commission, and other state agencies on
managing and developing their industries. The task forces meet regularly, and
meetings are open to the public. Read more online at:
•
Shrimp Task Force: wlf.louisiana.gov/fishing/shrimp-task-force
• Blue Crab Task Force: wlf.louisiana.gov/fishing/louisiana-blue-crab-taskforce
• Oyster Task Force: wlf.louisiana.gov/fishing/oyster-task-force
LDWF is also in the process of organizing a Finfish Task Force. Email
awest@wlf.
la.gov for more information.
The Commission’s monthly meetings and our open regulatory process provide
additional opportunities for public input.
Louisiana Fisheries Forward
Louisiana Fisheries Forward (LFF) is a voluntary education and training program
for members of Louisiana’s seafood community. Created by LDWF and Louisiana
Sea Grant, LFF delivers training videos and fact sheets on a number of topics
such as how to be a commercial fisherman and seafood business finance and
management, as well as hands-on workshops, trainings, and demonstrations
to showcase new technology and best practices. LFF’s goal is to help improve
the economic success of Louisiana’s commercial fishing industry. Learn more at
lafisheriesforward.org.
Louisiana Wild Seafood Certification Program
Through the Louisiana Wild Seafood
Certification Program (LWSCP), LDWF
aims to build a brand that guarantees
the origin of Louisiana wild-caught
seafood. Through strict chain of
custody requirements, the program
guarantees that all seafood products
bearing the Certified Louisiana
Seafood label were caught in
Louisiana or Gulf waters by a licensed Louisiana fisherman, landed at a Louisiana
dock, and processed and packaged by a Louisiana-based company. The program
provides education for participants on best seafood handling and sanitation
practices to ensure the utmost safety and quality. When a buyer sees this label,
they can be confident they’re buying authentic Louisiana wild-caught seafood, a
premium product known for freshness, consistent quality, and sustainability, and
that they’re supporting our local fishing communities.
By branding and showcasing Louisiana seafood, LWSCP helps suppliers increase
the value of their seafood and remain competitive in the marketplace. LWSCP
participants benefit from free marketing support, such as:
•
Market portal linking Certified Louisiana Seafood suppliers with buyers
• Promotions through the program website, social media, and events
including seafood festivals and industry conventions
• Point-of-sale materials such as decals, brochures, and apparel
• Access to program partners including the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and
Marketing Board, Audubon GULF, NOAA Fisheries, Louisiana Sea Grant, and
other partners who purchase and promote Certified Louisiana Seafood.
Licensed Louisiana commercial fishermen are automatically eligible for the
program; licensed Louisiana Fresh Products dealers and Wholesale/Retail
Seafood dealers must obtain a permit to participate. They must also comply with
all state and federal permitting and reporting requirements. Find out more or
sign up to participate at
LouisianaCertifiedSeafood.com.
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