Proposed changes to red grouper catch limits and seasonal closures in the Gulf of Mexico
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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is proposing changes to how red grouper are managed in the Gulf of Mexico. This includes updating catch limits and deciding how much of the total allowed catch goes to different groups, such as commercial or recreational fishers.
Why it matters: This is a management update to adjust fishing limits based on new scientific data and to change when certain types of fishing are allowed.
Who it affects
- Commercial fishers targeting red grouper in the Gulf of Mexico
This information comes from a proposed rule by NOAA; readers should consult the Federal Register before making any business or fishing decisions.
Agency: Commerce Department, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document