Steelhead Trout for Sale Commercially

November 2, 2017

Question: Can steelhead be sold commercially? (Phillip W.)

Answer: Wild steelhead harvested in waters of the state of California cannot be sold commercially. Wild steelhead trout harvested from outside the state may be possessed and sold within the state when they are inspected and tagged in compliance with Fish and Game Commission regulations. The cost of such tagging and inspection must be paid by the person importing the wild steelhead (Fish and Game Code, section 8431). Steelhead trout grown in the state or imported here by a registered aquaculturist for aquaculture purposes may be sold commercially as long as they are in compliance with all applicable aquaculture rules and regulations.