News from Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council

April 11, 2012    Below is a Southeast Fishery Bulletin recently distributed by NOAA Fisheries Service.  The bulletin reminds commercial fishermen that advanced notification of landing is required for all vessels landing Individual Fishing Quota (IFQ) species. Fishermen must report the  time and location of landing, estimated landings of IFQ  species in pounds gutted weight, vessel name and  identification number, and the name of the IFQ dealer where IFQ species are to be received. Notices must be provided at least 3 hours, but no more than 12 hours prior to landing. Reminders Regarding the Gulf of Mexico Individual Fishing Quota (IFQ) Program     To view a complete list of Fishery Bulletins, visit the NOAA Fisheries' Southeast Regional Office website at http://sero.nmfs.noaa.gov. This announcement is forwarded as a courtesy of the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council. About Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council is one of eight regional Fishery Management Councils established by the Fishery Conservation and Management Act of 1976. The Council prepares fishery management plans, which are designed to manage fishery resources within the 200-mile limit of the Gulf of Mexico.       Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council Charlene Ponce Public Information Officer 888-833-1844 ext. 229

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