NMFS Requires Purchase of 2022 Cage Tags for Atlantic Surfclam and Ocean Quahog Fisheries

Summary

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is requiring surfclam and ocean quahog individual transferable quota allocation holders to purchase their 2022 fishing year cage tags from the National Band and Tag Company to comply with Atlantic surfclam and ocean quahog fisheries regulations. This measure aims to promote efficient distribution of cage tags.