Fisheries of the Northeastern United States; Atlantic Mackerel, Squid, and Butterfish Fisheries; 1998 Specifications

Résumé

NMFS proposes initial specifications for the 1998 fishing year for Atlantic mackerel, Loligo and Illex squids, and butterfish (MSB). In addition, NMFS proposes to amend the minimum net mesh size requirement for Loligo squid to make it applicable only to the cod end of the net. The intent of this change is to reduce the frequency that nets need to be replaced with a resultant cost savings to the fishery. Regulations governing these fisheries require NMFS to publish specifications for the upcoming fishing year and provide an opportunity for the public to comment.