Deep-set buoy gear innovation in West Coast swordfish fishery boosts market price

摘要

A new method of fishing for Pacific swordfish off the West Coast is proving its value to both fishermen and protected species.As part of its effort to maximize economic benefits while minimizing nontarget catch, the Pacific Fishery Management Council has considered and recommended to NOAA Fisheries a variety of exempted fishing permit (EFP) applications that, if issued, will test different methods to sustainably harvest Pacific swordfish.