NPMFC approves contentious halibut harvest plan

Mon, October 6, 2008
Posted in Alaska News

A contentious catch sharing plan for Alaska halibut harvesters has gained the approval of the North Pacific Fishery Management Council. Conflicts between commercial halibut fishermen and the guided sport charter fleet have a long history. The new plan will apply to both Southeast and Southcentral Alaska.

Ellen Lockyer, APRN – Anchorage

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