May 3, 2021 — The following was released by NOAA Fisheries:

The butterfish fishery is managed by limited access permits, an annual quota, mesh requirements, trip limits in some circumstances, and area restrictions. There have not been any recent changes to the butterfish fishery regulations. To review the current butterfish regulations for the butterfish fishery check out this summary.

Questions?

Industry: Contact Aly Pitts, Sustainable Fisheries, 978-281-9352

Media: Contact Allison Ferreira, Regional Office, 978-281-9103