NOAA Tweaks Quotas for Turbot, Rockfish in Bering Sea Fishery
Published Date: 6/27/2025
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Summary
The government is adjusting fishing limits for certain fish in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands to keep the fishing boats working smoothly. This change affects fishermen targeting Greenland turbot, rockfish, Pacific ocean perch, and flatfish, helping balance fish populations and fishing opportunities. These updates happen now to support a healthy fishery and keep the seafood coming without delays or extra costs.
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Quota Reallocation for BSAI Groundfish
The National Marine Fisheries Service is moving amounts from the non-specified reserve into the initial total allowable catch (ITAC) for Bering Sea Greenland turbot, Bering Sea “other rockfish,” Bering Sea Pacific ocean perch, and Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands “other flatfish.” This apportionment is intended to allow those fisheries to continue operating and to support the fishery management plan goals for the BSAI area.
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