Regulators Will Hold Hearing in N.H. on Surging Jonah Crab Fishery
SEAFOODNEWS.COM [Associated Press] - July 7, 2015
Interstate fishery regulators are holding a hearing in Portsmouth, N.H., about a plan to manage a species of crab that is becoming increasingly popular and valuable.
The Jonah crab catch is growing in volume and value as a cheaper alternative to Dungeness and stone crabs. The Jonah crab catch increased sixfold from 2000 to 2013. Massachusetts and Rhode Island fishermen catch the most Jonah crabs. Maine, New Hampshire and Connecticut fishermen also catch significant amounts.
The public hearing is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. It will take place at the Urban Forestry Center in Portsmouth.
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