NOAA's coming for Atlantic fishing, save the whales
NOAA opens a formal review of Atlantic commercial fishing rules to protect large whales, a move that could alter seafood supplies from Maine to Florida.
By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Policy Regulation
Key points
- NOAA is reviewing its rules to protect large whales from Atlantic commercial fishing gear.
- The review targets trap/pot and gillnet fisheries, which could impact the supply of seafood like lobster and crab.
- The agency has the authority to change when, where, and how these fisheries can operate.
- This action is the start of a long regulatory process that will include public comment before any new rules are made.
- The immediate next step is the collection of public input on the scope of NOAA's environmental analysis.
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