As we mentioned in last week’s blog, in a few weeks the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) will vote on whether to adopt Ecological Reference Points (ERPs) for Atlantic menhaden. Adopting ERPs will mean that when determining menhaden harvest levels, managers will account for its key role as a
Tony Friedrich VP/Policy Director In early August, the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) will decide whether to adopt a new strategy for menhaden management. Currently, menhaden are assessed and managed as a single species: Scientists assess the status of the stock in comparison with pre-established levels, or reference points,
HB 1448 and SB 791 Menhaden are currently the only fish species managed by the Virginia legislature. All other species are managed by the Virginia Marine Resources Commission. For years, anglers have questioned the reasons for this. It just isn’t a good look for a fishery to be managed by
Ecological Reference Points Should Be Voted Upon MSC Sustainable Cert In Question Tony Friedrich VP/Policy Director We have been dealing with nothing but striped bass and bluefish for a while now. Menhaden are heating up again with two issues on separate fronts. For years, we have been pushing for the
NOW IS THE TIME TO ACT By this time, you should all know about the menhaden situation. If you don’t, we will catch you up. The current focus of angst among fishermen is Omega blatantly exceeding the Bay Cap on menhaden harvest. The Bay Cap is the maximum amount of
GIVE THE GIFT OF FISHERIES CONSERVATION THIS HOLIDAY SEASON. SHOP ASGA GOODS THAT FUND FISHERIES RESEARCH & ADVOCACY CAMPAIGNS
JOIN ASGA IN CALLING FOR CRITICAL MANAGEMENT ACTION AFTER YEARS OF SPAWN FAILURES & POOR MANAGEMENT.
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