November 9, 2026 — The U.S. Atlantic menhaden fishing industry and supporters of the sector, as well as detractors such as environmental groups, are preparing their final cases as the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) gears up to discuss management measures at its annual meeting.
The ASMFC’s annual meeting is taking place 9 to 12 November, with discussions related to the menhaden management board taking place on 10 November. The board will consider final action on specifications for the 2027 to 2029 fishing years and a potential addendum to the Chesapeake Bay Reduction Fishery Cap, both of which have been the subject of intense debate in the months leading up to the meeting.