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Testosterone, Men’s Health & Seafood: What’s the Connection?

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

What the evidence actually supports about seafood and men’s hormone health — which nutrients testosterone production depends on, where seafood genuinely helps, and what no...

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albacore tuna in bin being unloaded off fishing boat in astoria OR

Meet the Catch: Canned Albacore Tuna

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Meet our Wild Albacore Tuna: line-caught off the Pacific Northwest coast and packed by hand for unmatched flavor and quality.

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Meet the Catch: Wild Oregon Pink Shrimp

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Get to know our Wild Oregon Pink Shrimp. Harvested off the Pacific Northwest coast, these tiny, sustainable shrimp are big on flavor and nutrition. Learn...

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Meet the Catch: Alaska Weathervane Scallops

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Dry-packed, sustainably harvested and flash-frozen for freshness. What sets Alaska weathervane scallops apart from the wet-packed ones, and how to sear them properly.

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From Our Founders: Women, Wellness & Wild Seafood

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Our founders on why wild seafood earns its place in women’s health — the clean protein and omega-3s behind it, and how it shows up...

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Why Wild Seafood Beats Supplements for Women’s Health

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Supplements have their place, but whole seafood brings nutrients a capsule does not. Where wild fish fits into women's health, from hormone balance to heart...

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ground coho salmon meat in bowl

Meet the Catch: Wild Alaska Salmon Meat

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Ground wild coho from Alaska — what it is, how it differs from a fillet, and the burgers, bowls and patties it was made for.

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Meet the Catch: Wild Gulf Shrimp

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Wild shrimp from the warm waters of the U.S. Gulf Coast, caught and flash-frozen without sulfites. Where they come from, and how they compare with...

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What the “Restoring American Seafood Competitiveness” Executive Order Means for U.S. Fishermen (and You)

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

A new federal executive order aims to restore American seafood competitiveness by supporting U.S. fishermen, reducing regulatory burdens, and cracking down on unfair imports. Learn...

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Fishing for the Future: How We Choose the Fisheries Behind Every Product

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Not all fishing is created equal. At Premier Catch, we partner with fishermen using sustainable methods like pot fishing and longlining to protect ocean health....

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Big News: Our Shipping Boxes and Liners Are Now Recyclable

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

We redesigned our shipping packaging with a curbside-recyclable box made from recycled cardboard and cellulose liners that are recyclable and compostable. Here’s what changed and...

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A vacuum-sealed pack of wild sockeye salmon with a blue Premier Catch label, resting on river rocks

Why Buying American Seafood Matters

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Why choosing American wild seafood matters for fishing families, domestic fisheries and a more transparent supply chain — and what to look for when buying...

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Why Alaska Leads the World in Sustainable Fishing

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Alaska is the only U.S. state with a constitutional mandate for sustainable resource management — making it a global leader in responsible fishing. Learn how...

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Meet the Catch: Wild Pacific Halibut

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Meet one of the most versatile wild fish from our coastlines — Wild Pacific Halibut. Sustainably caught in Alaska and the Pacific Northwest, it’s lean,...

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Why Wild Seafood Is the Most Climate-Friendly Protein

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Looking to reduce your carbon footprint? Wild-caught seafood — especially from Alaska — is the most climate-friendly complete protein available. Learn why wild Alaska seafood...

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How to Eat Seafood for Longevity: The Secret to a Healthier Life

Ashley Besecker, RDN
By Ashley Besecker, RDN

Longevity isn’t just about food—it’s about lifestyle. Blue Zone communities emphasize fresh, whole foods, daily movement, and strong social connections. By prioritizing high-quality seafood, you’re...

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Meet the Catch: Wild Alaska Spot Prawns

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Known as the “lobster of Alaska,” these sweet, buttery wild spot prawns are sustainably harvested, flash-frozen for peak freshness, and delivered straight to your door....

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cans of premier catch albacore with one can of tuna displayed in a dish

Why Our Wild Canned Albacore Tuna Is a Clean, Safe Choice for You and Your Family

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Not all canned tuna is created equal. At Premier Catch, our wild albacore is troll-caught in the Pacific Northwest, hand-packed with just sea salt, and...

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How New Seafood Tariffs Could Affect the Industry — And Why Premier Catch Is Watching Closely

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

New seafood tariffs announced in April 2025 are expected to reshape global supply chains and pricing — even for businesses like ours that sell only...

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Why Earth Month Matters to Seafood Lovers

Why Earth Month Matters to Seafood Lovers

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Earth Month is a good moment to look at where seafood actually comes from. What sustainability means for a wild fishery, and the choices behind...

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The Pull of the Ocean: Life, Love, and Legacy in a Fishing Family

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Molly Ekstrom has spent her life on the water and is raising a family around the season. A conversation about fishing, marriage, and what keeps...

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Honoring Women's Month with Wild Seafood

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

A sockeye salmon donation to Mary's Place, and why we chose a shelter serving women and families in our own city.

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Pure, Wild, and Natural: Why Premier Catch Seafood Has No Additives

Pure, Wild, and Natural: Why Premier Catch Seafood Has No Additives

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Dyes, antibiotics, preservatives: a look at what routinely gets added to seafood between the boat and the freezer case, and why none of it goes...

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Why Premier Catch Ships from Reno, NV, and Lordstown, OH Instead of Directly from Alaska

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

We ship from Reno, NV, and Lordstown, OH rather than directly from Alaska — here’s how that gets your seafood to you faster, fresher, and...

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How Eating More Seafood Can Boost Your Energy This Spring

How Eating More Seafood Can Boost Your Energy This Spring

By Declan Chapin

Protein, omega-3s and B vitamins all play a part in how energetic you feel. Why seafood earns a place on the plate when the days...

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What Does Snow Crab Taste Like?

What Does Snow Crab Taste Like?

By Declan Chapin

Snow crab is known for its sweet, delicate flavor and tender-yet-firm texture. How it compares with king crab, and the simplest ways to serve it.

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Two women in Premier Catch caps and sunglasses with snow-covered mountains behind them

Premier Catch Founder’s Spotlight: A Women-Led Legacy of Sustainable Seafood

By Declan Chapin

Joci and Ashley Besecker turned a shared passion for seafood and wellness into a women-led company built on getting wild fish to families across the...

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How to Partially Thaw and Separate Frozen Weathervane Scallops

How to Partially Thaw and Separate Frozen Weathervane Scallops

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Learn how to easily portion and store our Wild Alaska Weathervane Scallops. Follow our simple thawing method to enjoy some now and keep the rest...

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How to Cook Snow Crab from Premier Catch

How to Cook Snow Crab from Premier Catch

By Declan Chapin

Our wild Alaskan snow crab is already fully cooked, so all it needs is gentle reheating. Four simple methods, plus meal ideas that go past...

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5 Healthy Ways to Cook Salmon

5 Healthy Ways to Cook Salmon

By Declan Chapin

Baking, poaching, grilling, steaming: five simple methods that keep salmon tender and let its clean flavor and omega-3s do the work.

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