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After a century of denying its dams blocked salmon migration, Seattle just signed the largest utility-to-tribe payout in American history. Three small tribes will receive $1.35 billion to restore the fish that sustained their culture for hundreds of years.
After a 22-year fight, Indigenous communities in Alaska's Bristol Bay secured a rare EPA veto to halt a massive mine that threatened the world's largest sockeye salmon run. Their victory protects both a pristine ecosystem and thousands of years of cultural heritage.
Bill Saunders thought he hooked a trophy walleye on the Columbia River, but reeled in something even more remarkable: a potential world record pikeminnow that could help protect endangered salmon. His 8.6-pound catch is now Washington's state record and teaches an important lesson about conservation.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration just opened applications for up to $99 million in funding dedicated to Pacific salmon recovery projects. This historic investment could help reverse decades of decline for one of the West Coast's most iconic fish species.
Namibia is launching a groundbreaking salmon farming industry that could produce 50,000 tonnes annually and generate billions while creating thousands of jobs. The southern African nation is following Norway's blueprint to transform its coastal communities through sustainable aquaculture.
The Stillaguamish Tribe is turning farmland back into wetlands to save endangered Chinook salmon and protect communities from flooding. Over 15 years, they've purchased 2,000 acres and removed levees to restore habitats that disappeared over a century ago.
A new digital bank just made it possible for millions of Filipinos without credit history to get loans in 20 seconds instead of waiting weeks. Salmon raised $100 million to bring fast, fair financial services to one of the world's most underbanked populations.
An environmental charity is matching every public donation to save England's River Teme during a week-long campaign. The funds will restore habitats, improve water quality, and help struggling Atlantic salmon populations bounce back.
Scientists discovered that tiny parasitic worms in decades-old canned salmon are actually good news for our oceans. Rising parasite levels in some species suggest marine ecosystems are bouncing back stronger than ever.
While most salmon species struggle with climate change, pink salmon are booming in Puget Sound with 8 million returning last fall. Their unique two-year life cycle and short migration routes help them dodge the worst effects of warming waters.
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After nearly 100 years, fish traps are back on the Columbia River with a conservation twist. The once-banned technology could help endangered salmon populations recover while supporting sustainable fishing.
A Chilean salmon company just proved sustainable air travel is possible for fresh food, cutting emissions by 10% on its first green flight to the US. The breakthrough could transform how the world ships seafood.
A Chilean salmon farm just flew 3 tons of fish to America using sustainable aviation fuel, cutting emissions by 10%. It's a first for the seafood industry and could transform how fresh food travels the globe. #
A Chilean salmon exporter just completed the first carbon-reduced premium seafood flight to the U.S., cutting emissions by 10% using sustainable aviation fuel. The March 2026 shipment proves the food export industry can decarbonize without sacrificing quality or speed.
Two 16-year-olds became the youngest duo ever to start for a Premier League team, proving age is just a number in professional football. Max Dowman and Marli Salmon helped Arsenal advance to the FA Cup quarter-finals in a memorable performance that showcased the future of the sport.
California just greenlit nearly $60 million to build wildlife bridges, restore salmon habitats, and create safer paths for mountain lions and other species across 18 counties. The funding supports 27 projects that protect biodiversity while giving more Californians access to nature.
A federal judge rejected the Trump administration's withdrawal from a landmark salmon recovery plan, ordering immediate protections for seven species of salmon and steelhead on the brink of extinction. The ruling restores water flow levels and marks a crucial win for Native American tribes and conservation groups fighting to save fish populations that once made the Pacific Northwest the world's top salmon producer.
A river once so polluted it burst into flames is now home to over 20 fish species after a $1 billion cleanup. Atlantic salmon, bass, and rare bowfin have returned to Toronto's Don River for the first time in living memory.
Five seafood companies just won grants totaling $250,000 to tackle climate change with innovations ranging from plastic-free oyster farming to drone-monitored salmon fisheries. The awards prove the seafood industry is stepping up to lead on environmental solutions.
Scientists turned expired canned salmon from the 1970s into a time machine, discovering that increasing parasites actually signal thriving ocean health. What sounds gross is actually great news for Alaska's marine life.
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