November 27, 2017 — The following was released by the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council:
Inside this issue:
Council Requests Changes to Red Snapper Annual Catch Limits for 2018
The Council approved an amendment to modify the catch limit for 2018 with the intent to allow a limited harvest next year as the red snapper stock continues to rebuild…
NOTE: As this issue of the SA Update Newsletter was sent to press – NOAA Fisheries announced the opening of an additional weekend for the recreational harvest of red snapper – December 8-10, 2017. Read more by clicking here.
Chair’s Column
Newly elected Council Chair Charlie Phillips shares his insight…
Cobia Management Update
Read the latest on proposed management changes for Atlantic cobia…
Recreational anglers have the opportunity to report their red snapper fishing activities during 2017. See the results and how this pilot project may be used in the future….
And more!