Fisheries Science
Sustainable fisheries management depends on sound, timely scientific advice. The Fisheries Science Program delivers this through a rigorous, peer-reviewed stock assessment process, utilizing a mix of fishery-independent surveys and fishery-dependent monitoring, complemented by research from coastal state, federal, and academic institutions. The program also focuses on developing innovative scientific methods and enhancing state stock assessment capabilities, while coordinating and expanding collaborative research and data collection efforts.
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Review and Discuss the National Academies of Sciences Report Review of the Marine Recreational Information Program
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The Peer Review Report provides an evaluation of how each Term of Reference was addressed by the Stock Assessment Subcommittee, including the Panel’s findings on stock status and future assessment recommendations.
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This document presents a summary of the 2017 stock assessments for red drum.
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62nd SAW Assessment Report
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The 62nd SAW Assessment Summary Report contains summary and detailed technical information on two stock assessments reviewed during November 29 – December 2, 2016 at the Stock Assessment Workshop (SAW) by the 62nd Stock Assessment Review Committee (SARC-62): Black sea bass and Witch flounder.
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Given the continued poor condition of the resource and poor prospects for the near future, the NSTC recommends that the Northern Shrimp Section extend the moratorium on fishing through 2017.
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