NMFS Proposes 2017 Annual Catch Limit and Accountability Measure for Hawaii Kona Crab

Summary

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has proposed a 2017 annual catch limit of 3,500 pounds for Hawaii Kona Crab, along with an accountability measure to address any overages, in an effort to ensure the long-term sustainability of fishery resources in the U.S. Pacific Islands.