3 Apr 2025
🐟Temporary Fishing Closure for Pollock in Gulf of Alaska
Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone Off Alaska; Pollock in Statistical Area 620 in the Gulf of Alaska
Summary
NMFS is prohibiting directed fishing for pollock in Statistical Area 620 in the Gulf of Alaska (GOA). This action is necessary to prevent exceeding the A season allowance of the 2025 total allowable catch (TAC) of pollock for Statistical Area 620 in the GOA.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The temporary closure of directed fishing for pollock in Statistical Area 620 directly affects revenue opportunities for businesses involved in the fishery sector. This prohibition is a regulatory requirement based on the total allowable catch (TAC) to manage fish stocks sustainably, which creates compliance obligations for business owners.