Gulf Reef Fishermen Support Conservationists Lawsuit Against NOAA Fisheries on Red Snapper
SEAFOODNEWS.COM [SeafoodNews] - July 18, 2017
The Gulf of Mexico Reef Fish Shareholders’ Alliance today announced their support of the lawsuit brought against the Department of Commerce's decision to re-open the federal recreational red snapper season. The lawsuit was filed yesterday by the Environmental Defense Fund and the Ocean Conservancy.
"We share the concerns raised in this lawsuit," the Reef Fish Shareholders Alliance wrote, "and believe the recent action by the Commerce Department could have a major, negative impact on red snapper stock in the Gulf of Mexico.
"We have long believed that decisions related to fisheries management must be founded on sound science and broad stakeholder input.
"Commercial fishermen rely upon sustainable fisheries for our livelihoods, and American businesses and consumers depend on our efforts for reliable supplies of seafood. That is why we support a long-term solution to this situation that improves access to red snapper...
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