5. Current Issues Affecting the Port's Fisheries

Social, political, economic and environmental events pose both immediate and ongoing challenges and opportunities for the port’s fisheries, with impacts reverberating throughout and beyond the community.

Shoreside Infrastructure

With the redevelopment of the San Pedro Public Market and other adjustments, space for fishing activity has become somewhat consolidated.

COVID-19 Pandemic

Disruption due to the COVID-19 pandemic, including markets and supply chains for many types of seafood-producing businesses closure/limited operation of tourist-serving businesses and restaurants. CPFVs likewise operated on a more limited basis than usual.

Seafood market and restaurant in San Pedro.
Seafood market and restaurant in San Pedro. (Photo: Tracie Hall/Creative Commons)