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"NOAA Fisheries Reports Record Low Overfishing Rates in Latest Status of the Stocks Report"
NOAA Fisheries has released its annual Status of the Stocks report, revealing a historic milestone in fisheries management. The report assesses all 506 stocks or stock complexes overseen by the agency, with findings indicating significant progress in sustainability efforts.
According to the 2023 report, a record 94 percent of stocks are not subject to overfishing, while 82 percent are deemed not overfished. This marks a slight improvement from the previous year's figures of 93 percent and 81 percent, respectively.
Rick Spinrad, NOAA Administrator, emphasized the importance of sustainable fisheries, highlighting their economic and ecological value. The report showcases a reduction in the number of stocks on the overfishing list, dropping from 24 to 21, along with successful rebuilding efforts for the 50th fish stock since 2000.
Despite these advancements, conservation group Oceana expressed disappointment with the pace of progress, citing 47 fish stocks still listed as overfished. Oceana called for immediate action from U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo and NOAA to enhance fisheries management practices and ensure accountability.
The report underscores the ongoing need for adaptive management approaches and collaborative efforts to address complex challenges such as climate change and stock rebuilding, as highlighted by NOAA Fisheries Assistant Administrator Janet Coit.
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