Zoom In on Caribbean Spiny Lobster Stock Checkups
Published Date: 1/30/2025
Notice
Summary
The U.S. Caribbean Spiny Lobster fishery is getting a fresh look through a series of online meetings starting February 28, 2025. Fishermen, seafood lovers, and coastal communities will benefit from updated info to keep lobster populations healthy and fishing sustainable. These meetings help make smart decisions that protect the lobster and the economy without costing anyone a dime to join.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Free Public Webinar Access
You can join the SEDAR 91 Assessment Webinar 2 on February 28, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. EST; the webinar is open to members of the public and registration is available by contacting the SEDAR coordinator via email.
Updated Lobster Science Helps Fishermen
Fishermen and coastal communities will receive updated data and stock assessment results through the SEDAR 91 process for the U.S. Caribbean Spiny Lobster, which is intended to help keep lobster populations healthy and fishing sustainable.
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