The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has announced the final rules for the 2025 and 2026 groundfish fishing seasons in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands. These rules set the limits for how much fish can be caught, based on scientific assessments to ensure sustainable fishing practices. They aim to balance the fishing industry needs with conservation efforts, taking into account environmental factors and fish stock health. Public comments were considered during the process, and these rules follow the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act's requirements.
Simple Explanation
The people who look after fish in Alaska have decided how many fish people can catch in 2025 and 2026 so that there will be enough fish to catch in the future. They made these rules because they want to take care of the fish and help the people who catch them, too.