🎣Reopening of Atlantic Spanish Mackerel Commercial Harvest
Coastal Migratory Pelagic Resources of the Gulf and Atlantic Region; Re-Opening of Commercial Harvest for Atlantic Spanish Mackerel in the Northern Zone
Summary
NMFS announces the re-opening of commercial harvest of Spanish mackerel in the northern zone of the Atlantic exclusive economic zone (EEZ). NMFS recently approved a second transfer of commercial quota from the southern zone to the northern zone for the 2025-2026 fishing year. Therefore, NMFS re-opens the commercial harvest of Spanish mackerel in the northern zone for an additional 8 days. The purpose of this temporary rule is to allow commercial fishermen to harvest the increased commercial quota of Spanish mackerel in the northern zone while managing the risk of exceeding the commercial quota.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Business Impact
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The document discusses a temporary re-opening of commercial harvesting for Atlantic Spanish mackerel, affecting fishermen in the northern zone. This presents opportunities for increased revenue during the harvest period, but compliance with quotas is required to avoid penalties.