NOAA moves pollock fishing allowance from Aleutian Islands to Bering Sea
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The National Marine Fisheries Service is moving a portion of the pollock fishing quota that was originally set aside for the Aleut Corporation. This specific amount was projected to go unused in the Aleutian Islands subarea.
Why it matters: This is a routine administrative adjustment used to ensure fishing quotas are utilized where they are most practical according to current projections.
Who it affects
- Commercial pollock fishers operating in the Bering Sea
This action was issued by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration; readers should consult the Federal Register for full technical details before making business decisions.
Agency: Commerce Department, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document