West Coast halibut fishermen get an extra three days to catch 5,000 pounds per boat

US regulators added a new fishing period for commercial halibut boats off the West Coast. This means fishermen have an extra three days in July 2025 to catch their share of the annual quota.

This is a small, routine adjustment to ensure the annual halibut quota is met. It gives commercial fishermen a bit more flexibility to land their catch. These inseason actions are common in fisheries management, allowing regulators to fine-tune fishing opportunities based on real-time conditions and catch rates.