International trade · 18/02/2026Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read
NMFS Prohibits Pacific Cod Fishing by Small Vessels in Gulf of Alaska
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has prohibited directed fishing for Pacific cod by catcher vessels under 50 feet in length using hook-and-line gear in the Gulf of Alaska. This measure aims to prevent overfishing and maintain the 2026 annual catch allowance for Pacific cod.
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