International trade · 22/10/2014Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read
NMFS Prohibits Trawl Fishing for Pacific Cod in Gulf of Alaska
Summary
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has prohibited directed fishing for Pacific cod by trawl catcher vessels in the Gulf of Alaska's Central Regulatory Area due to the risk of exceeding the 2014 total allowable catch limit for trawl catcher vessels in the area. This measure aims to prevent overfishing and maintain the sustainability of Pacific cod populations in the region.
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