Atlantic herring fishing limits will get tighter, and stay that way for years
What happened
US regulators are proposing to cut the amount of Atlantic herring that can be caught by fishing boats. This means fewer fish for commercial harvesters, but it aims to help the herring population recover.
Why it matters
Fishing limits often get set year-to-year, which makes it hard for fishing companies to plan. This proposal sets limits for three years, giving the industry some stability. It also means the US government is serious about rebuilding the herring stock, which has been overfished.
The signal
Watch for the final rule to see if the proposed catch limits and rebuilding timeline remain, and how the fishing industry reacts to the multi-year plan.