Fishery Council Webinars Tackle Redfish Limits and Rules
Published Date: 3/17/2026
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The New England Fishery Management Council is holding a public webinar on March 31, 2026, to discuss important updates and decisions about local fishing rules, especially for groundfish like redfish. Fishermen, seafood businesses, and coastal communities will feel the impact as these talks could change fishing limits or rules, affecting how much fish can be caught and when. The meeting is free to join online and aims to keep everyone in the loop about fishery management and future plans.
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