Mid-Atlantic Coastal Acidification Network Seeking Stakeholder Perspectives on Ocean Acidification
The Mid-Atlantic Coastal Acidification Network (MACAN), in collaboration with Rutgers University, is seeking perspectives on ocean acidification from stakeholders with fishing and aquaculture interests in the Mid-Atlantic. MACAN’s Stakeholder Outreach Survey is available online through June 14, 2019.
MAFMC to Hold Public Meetings for Input on 2020-2024 Strategic Planning Process
Fact Sheet: Summer Flounder Commercial Quota Allocation Revisions
Fact Sheet: Summer Flounder 2019-2021 Specifications
March 2019 Meeting Summary
Council Approves Chub Mackerel Management Measures
The Mid-Atlantic Council approved a suite of management measures for chub mackerel in federal waters from Maine through North Carolina, including a total allowable landings limit, permit requirements, and other measures. If approved by the Secretary of Commerce, the Chub Mackerel Amendment will add chub mackerel to the Mackerel, Squid, and Butterfish Fishery Management Plan.
Mid-Atlantic Council Takes Final Action on Summer Flounder Commercial Issues Amendment
At their March 2019 meeting, the Mid-Atlantic Council and the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission recommended modifications to the current state-by-state commercial allocations for summer flounder. In addition, the Council and Commission approved revised Fishery Management Plan goals and objectives for summer flounder.
NEFMC to Hold Scoping Meetings on Scallop Northern Gulf of Maine, Limited Access General Category Amendment
Request for Proposals: Catch Share Program Review for Surfclam and Ocean Quahog Fisheries
December 2016 Council Meeting Summary
The following summary highlights actions taken and issues considered at the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council’s December 2016 meeting in Baltimore, MD. Presentations, briefing materials, and audio recordings are available on the Council’s website at http://www.mafmc.org/briefing/december-2016.
NOAA Fisheries Announces Final Rule on Boundary Change for Southern Scup Gear Restricted Area
On November 8, 2016, NOAA Fisheries announced a change to the southern and eastern boundaries of the Southern Scup Gear Restricted Area (in effect January 1-March 15), as recommended by the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council. This rule is intended to increase access to traditional squid fishing areas, while maintaining protection for juvenile scup.