International trade · 26/10/2011Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read
NOAA Fisheries Proposes New Regulations for Atlantic Mackerel and Butterfish Fisheries
Summary
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries proposes new regulations for the Atlantic mackerel and butterfish fisheries, including a 95% closure threshold and a 3-inch minimum codend mesh size. The proposed rules aim to promote the sustainable use and conservation of these species.