US Fishers Get New Tuna Catch Limits to Save the Seas
Published Date: 5/6/2025
Rule
Summary
Starting in 2025, U.S. commercial fishers must follow new catch limits for Pacific bluefin tuna in the eastern Pacific Ocean to help protect this important fish. These rules keep fishing fair and sustainable while meeting international agreements. The changes affect fishing trips and could impact how much tuna fishers can catch and sell over 2025-2026.
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New 2025–2026 Bluefin Catch Limits
If you are a U.S. commercial fisher, starting in 2025 you must follow new annual catch and trip limits for Pacific bluefin tuna in the eastern Pacific Ocean. These limits apply for 2025–2026 under implementation of IATTC Resolution C-24-02 and could affect how much tuna you can catch and sell during that period.
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