Who We Are
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The Commercial Fisheries Center of Rhode Island is the home for the Ocean State's commercial fishing community. The center was founded to preserve commercial fishing as a profession, culture, and way of life through promoting the sustainability of the resource. Achieving true sustainability in our fisheries is a difficult and complicated feat. But CFCRI believes in cultivating an environment of open communication and encouraging the sharing of knowledge about our ocean and it's resources. In the pursuit of sustainable seas, our approach is innovative, our lens is optimistic, and our goals are ambitious.
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Who We Represent
The Commercial Fisheries Center of Rhode Island proudly represents the Ocean State Fisherman’s Association, RI Commercial Fisherman’s Association, RI Lobstermen’s Association, RI Shellfishermen's Association, RI Monkfishermen's Association, Point Judith Fishermen Memorial Foundation, RI Party & Charter Boat Association, Eastern New England Scallop Association Commercial Fisheries Research Foundation and the Pt. Judith Scholarship Foundation.
Apprenticeship Program |
Marine Spatial Planning |
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One way CFCRI ensures sustainability of the industry through future generations is through the Commercial Fisherman Apprenticeship Program (CFAP). Find out more about the program and apply here.
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With offshore wind expanding to the waters of Southern New England, CFCRI engages in the planning process to ensure impacts to the fishing industry are minimized. Learn more here.
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Our members believe in commercial fishing as a profession, a culture and a way of life. We seek to preserve the sanctity of our community, the solvency of our small business and the sustainability of the fishery resource. The Commercial Fisheries Center of Rhode Island is our headquarters to bring fishermen, scientists, managers, and elected officials together in a collaborative effort to improve our fisheries and our understanding of the marine environment so that the proud heritage of our industry continues nobly through future generations."
Working Nation documentary on CFAP 2018
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The CFCRI email list was created to promote communication and discussion within the Rhode Island fishing community and to keep everybody informed. By signing up for the CFCRI email list, you will receive important updates, industry meeting details, and other important information.