Bluefin market report: Cautious optimism as season starts

HARWICH, MA – After a slow start following the June 1 opening of the commercial season, the bluefin tuna fishery was picking up speed in mid- June as Commercial Fisheries News went to press.

As of June 8, dealers reported sporadic landings of bluefin between western Maine and Cape Cod with a few early fish being shipped to Japan.

Following an extended period of unsettled weather, the June 9-10 weekend brought clear skies and calm seas to much of the region, and a good number of boats geared up and set out. Fishermen reported positive signs of bait, especially towards Maine.

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