Special Pass Sought to Fish Banned Pacific Sardines for Research
Published Date: 7/24/2025
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Summary
The California Wetfish Producers Association wants special permission to fish Pacific sardines during 2025-2026, even though it might normally be banned. This is for important scientific research to help understand the fish better. The government is asking the public to share their thoughts before making a final decision.
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Sardine Fishing Exemption Application
The California Wetfish Producers Association asked for special permission to fish Pacific sardines during the 2025-2026 fishing year even though primary directed fishing is expected to be prohibited. The request is for industry-based scientific research, and the National Marine Fisheries Service is asking the public to comment before it makes a final decision.
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