27 Jun 2025
🎣Notice on Overfishing of Atlantic Blue Marlin by NOAA
Determination of Overfishing or an Overfished Condition
Summary
This action serves as a notice that NMFS, on behalf of the Secretary of Commerce (Secretary), has found that Atlantic blue marlin continues to be overfished. NMFS, on behalf of the Secretary, is required to provide this notice whenever it determines that a stock or stock complex is subject to overfishing, overfished, or approaching an overfished condition.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The notice indicates that the Atlantic blue marlin stock is overfished, requiring compliance with federal regulations that may impact fisheries, their operations, and thus their financial status. Business owners in this sector must adhere to measures from NMFS and ICCAT, which could influence market conditions and profitability.