Surfclam Managers Schedule July Webinar for 2027 Rules
Published Date: 6/16/2026
Notice
Summary
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council is hosting a free online meeting on July 7, 2026, to review how Atlantic surfclam and ocean quahog fisheries are doing. This meeting helps set fishing rules for 2027 and 2028, affecting fishermen and seafood businesses. It’s a key step to keep these shellfish populations healthy and fishing fair, with no direct costs but big impacts on future fishing limits.
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Meeting Will Shape 2027–2028 Fishing Limits
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council will hold a free webinar on July 7, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to develop a fishery performance report for Atlantic surfclam and ocean quahog. That report will be used when reviewing specifications for the 2027 and 2028 fishing years, and it can affect fishing limits and rules that directly impact fishermen and seafood businesses.
Accessibility and Auxiliary Aids Offered
The meeting location is physically accessible and the Council will provide sign language interpretation or other auxiliary aids if requested. Requests for these services must be directed to Shelley Spedden at (302) 526-5251 at least 5 days before the July 7, 2026 meeting.
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