We recently found this video demonstrating a “salmon slide” that some gillnetters are using in Alaska to improve the percentage of #1 salmon that make it to shore for processing. We applaud Dave Hansen and the Eskimo Viking for their innovation and dedication. Implementing salmon slides of this kind in a widespread manor across Bristol Bay would do wonders for the quality of the yearly salmon catch.
It is important to note, though, that we at WKRS prefer to see even greater care put into the salmon catch that we procure and produce. In particular, we process fish that are bled and iced immediately after coming out of the water. These two practices, along with minimal net time and extreme care in handling ensure consistent salmon of the highest quality, which we bring to you.
We continue to seek out new innovations in fish handling and processing to further increase the quality and freshness of our frozen and smoked salmon. We will let you know as we encounter these, implement them, and grow. Please send us any ideas or links you have.
