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The South Atlantic Bite
If you are interested in topics discussed during the June 9-13 meeting of the South Atlantic Council but were unable to attend or listen via webinar, information is available from the Council’s website.
Federal Fishery Managers Consider New Approaches
Budget cuts, staff reductions and Executive Orders lead to open discussion of changes in federal fishery management; Options proposed for the commercial snapper grouper fishery, Black Sea Bass management; Public hearings scheduled for Shrimp Fishery Access Area.
Reminder! Council Meeting June 9-13, 2025
Members of the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council will meet next week, June 9-13, 2025, in Cape Canaveral, Florida to address federal fishery management issues.
Request for Proposals: Fisheries Management Process Review
The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council (SAFMC) is seeking a contractor to review its fishery management processes and develop strategic recommendations to enhance responsiveness and adaptability to dynamic fisheries and ecosystems.
Request for Proposals: Ecosystem Information Review and Strategy Development for More Resilient Fisheries
The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council (SAFMC) is seeking a contractor to conduct a comprehensive review of ecosystem information for incorporation into SAFMC decision-making and management processes.
The South Atlantic Bite
Meeting materials for the June meeting of the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council are now available from the Council’s website.
The South Atlantic Bite
Members of the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council will meet the week of June 9-13, 2025 at the Radisson Resort at the Port, 8701 Astronaut Blvd., Cape Canaveral, Florida.
South Atlantic Fishery Management Council Seeks Social Science and Economic Advisors
The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council (SAFMC) is soliciting social scientists and economists interested in serving on its Social and Economic Panel.
The South Atlantic Bite
Looking for a way to get more involved in federal fisheries management? Apply now for open seats on the Council’s advisory panels and share your experience and knowledge.
SAFMC Seeks Scientific and Statistical Committee Advisors
The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council (SAFMC) is soliciting scientists interested in serving on its Scientific and Statistical Committee (SSC).
