New England Fishery Council Plans Scallop Meeting
Published Date: 3/14/2025
Notice
Summary
The New England Fishery Management Council is holding a hybrid meeting on April 1, 2024, to discuss plans for managing scallop fishing and review a key fishing quota program. This affects fishermen and communities relying on New England’s scallop industry, with potential changes to fishing rules and strategies. The meeting is open to the public and aims to shape future fishing policies that balance business and ocean health.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Council may change scallop rules
The New England Fishery Management Council is meeting to consider actions affecting New England fisheries in the exclusive economic zone (EEZ); recommendations from the Scallop Advisory Panel may be brought to the full Council for formal consideration and action. If you depend on the scallop industry, these recommendations could lead to changes in fishing rules or strategies after April 1, 2024.
Long-Term Scallop Strategic Plan discussed
The Scallop Advisory Panel will discuss development of a Long-Term Scallop Strategic Plan during the April 1, 2024 meeting. If you are a scallop fisherman or a community relying on the scallop industry, the Strategic Plan discussions could shape future management approaches and business conditions.
LAGC IFQ Program review underway
The Panel will review progress on the LAGC IFQ (Limited Access General Category Individual Fishing Quota) Program Review at the April 1, 2024 meeting. If you hold or depend on LAGC IFQ shares, this review could lead to program changes that affect quota allocation or fishing opportunities.
Hybrid meeting and accessibility options
The April 1, 2024 meeting is hybrid: in-person at Hilton Garden Inn, Boston Logan (100 Boardman Street) and via webinar (registration URL provided). The meeting will be recorded and is physically accessible; requests for sign language or other aids must be made to the Executive Director at (978) 465-0492 at least 5 days before the meeting date.
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