Georges Bank Yellowtail Trip Limit Activated

NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service today announced limits on the amount of yellowtail flounder that groundfish boats on Georges Bank may retain per trip. The action will be effective on December 21, 2005, and ensure that the fleet does not exceed the annual yellowtail flounder quota.

• Press Release
• Permit Holder Letter
• Chart of U.S. / Canada Georges Bank Area
• Weekly Yellowtail Catch in US/Canada Area, FY2005
• Sustainable Fisheries Division

Last Updated: December 20, 2005