18 Feb 2025
🎣Temporary Fishing Closure for Pacific Cod in Gulf of Alaska
Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone Off Alaska; Pacific Cod in the Western Regulatory Area of the Gulf of Alaska
Summary
NMFS is prohibiting directed fishing for the Pacific cod sideboard limit by non-exempt American Fisheries Act (AFA) catcher vessels in the Western Regulatory Area of the Gulf of Alaska (GOA). This action is necessary to prevent exceeding the annual 2025 Pacific cod sideboard limit established for non-exempt AFA catcher vessels in the Western Regulatory Area of the GOA.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Business Impact
$$ - Med
The text outlines a temporary fishing closure affecting AFA catcher vessels in the Gulf of Alaska, which impacts compliance and regulatory requirements for businesses in the fishing industry. Specifically, it limits directed fishing for Pacific cod, directly influencing operational revenues and potential bycatch management.