“ASMFC is moving forward with a new menhaden plan to end overfishing and includes a range of harvest reductions from 0 to 50% of current harvest levels. The recent stock assessment indicated that the stock is experiencing overfishing but may not be overfished depending upon the reference points chosen. The plan looks at a broad range of potential harvest reductions and allocation scenarios beyond the historical allocations and traditional quotas. ASMFC is accepting comments until November 16.” from MaineLandings.org

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