FFAW: Northern Shrimp Stock Assessment Provides “Positive” Results for Inshore Harvesters
Following an industry update from the DFO on a recent stock assessment for Shrimp Fishing Areas (SFAs) 4, 5, and 6, FFAW-Unifor shared a positive outlook for inshore shrimp harvesters heading into 2021.
SFA 6, which is a key area for inshore fish harvesters in Newfoundland and Labrador, saw a significant increase of 42% in spawning stock biomass (SSB). The area is located off the coast of Southern Labrador and Northeast Coast of Newfoundland has the largest biomass...
To Read Full Story Login Below.