Alaska’s seafood industry is the state’s largest private employer and its largest export market. Yet it has a narrow opportunity to grow in a world market that is growing in size and competition.
Commissioner of Commerce Community and Economic Development Susan Bell said her department is working to bring down energy costs, develop infrastructure to bring goods to market and diversify Alaska’s economy.
“We are really focused on marketing Alaska’s goods and services,” Bell said.
Tyson Fick of the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute said his organization currently has marketing campaigns going in France, Spain, China and Brazil. The institute is working with other partners to open up new markets, he said.
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