Why the season is running this way
Why the season is running this way
Whether Alaska's harvest is running ahead of or behind the preseason forecast, and what structurally decides that.
Updated Aug 27, 2026
Why is Alaska's salmon harvest ahead of forecast?
82.4M fish statewide as of Aug 27, 2026, 69% of the preseason forecast. Season in progress — no call until the season is effectively complete.
Season in progress (69% of forecast)
Why is Alaska's salmon harvest behind forecast?
82.4M fish statewide as of Aug 27, 2026, 69% of the preseason forecast. Season in progress — no call until the season is effectively complete.
Season in progress (69% of forecast)