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National Marine Fisheries Service National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

National Marine Fisheries Service National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Stewardship of Living Marine Resources William T. Hogarth, Ph. D. Presentation for: Marine Fisheries: Research, Management, Technology and Trade Advancing sustainability in the ocean environment

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National Marine Fisheries Service National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

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  1. National Marine Fisheries Service National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Stewardship of Living Marine Resources William T. Hogarth, Ph. D. Presentation for: Marine Fisheries: Research, Management, Technology and Trade Advancing sustainability in the ocean environment February 3, 2003

  2. US Department of Commerce Introduction NOAA NOAA Fisheries

  3. Sustainable Fisheries Mission • increase the Nation’s wealth & quality of life • support fishing industry jobs • provide safe & wholesome seafood • ensure recreational opportunities • ensure sustainable resources for the future

  4. Sustainable Fisheries through • overfishing & overcapitalization prevention • economic sustainability in communities • bycatch reduction • environmentally sound aquaculture • environmentally compatible fishery practices

  5. NOAA FisheriesKey Program Areas • sustainable fisheries  • protected species recovery  • habitat conservation  • science and technology • law enforcement • constituent services

  6. Legislative Mandates • Key statutory authorities • Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation & Management Act • Endangered Species Act • Marine Mammal Protection Act • Numerous other laws • Regional and international fisheries management • Habitat protection and restoration

  7. Regional Councils and FMPs North Pacific Fishery Mgt. Council 5 FMPs Dept. Commerce 2 Secretarial FMPs Pacific Fishery Mgt. Council 3 FMPs New England Fishery Mgt. Council 6 FMPs Nationwide: 43 FMPs, 538+ Species Mid-Atlantic Fishery Mgt. Council 6 FMPs South Atlantic Fishery Mgt. Council 5 FMPs Western Pacific Fishery Mgt. Council 5 FMPs Gulf Of Mexico Fishery Mgt. Council 7 FMPs Caribbean Fishery Mgt. Council 4 FMPs

  8. Status of Stocks • Considerable, steady incremental progress has been made in bringing U.S. fisheries into conformance with our guidelines • Harvest rates are being controlled & status improving • Aggregate numbers do not necessarily reflect this trend • In 2002: • 212 stocks had sustainable harvest rates • 152 stocks considered healthy and not overfished • 86 stocks considered overfished • 4 stocks declared fully rebuilt

  9. Management Challenges Bycatch Affects finfish, marine mammals, sea turtles, seabirds, other components of marine ecosystem Removal of forage species may affect ecosystem Affects long-term sustainability of marine resources and protected resources Economic losses

  10. Management Challenges Over-capacity in U.S. Fisheries Significant over-capacity in harvesting and processing sectors Causes include: Open access management; inappropriate economic incentives fostered by past Government Programs At least half of all major commercial fisheries exhibit over-capacity Remedies are few (IFQs and buybacks), and depend on Congressional Action

  11. Protected Species Challenges • Endangered Species Act • require long-term commitment to reverse long-term declines • conserve species while allowing sustainable human use • emphasize working with private parties & states • move beyond single species towards an ecosystem approach • Marine Mammal Protection Act • reduce the mortality & serious injury in fishing gear • reduce non-fishing activity impacts, specifically noise • Provide adequate science to support management decisions

  12. Habitat Conservation Efforts • Reduce coastal habitat loss through permit review & consultation, & mitigation • Address anadromous fish passage impediments caused by hydropower, irrigation diversions & small blockages • Work with Councils and states to identify essential fish habitat and fishing threats to EFH; consulting with Federal agencies on impacts • Sponsor and undertake habitat restoration projects in partnership with other agencies, regional efforts & local communities

  13. Research Vessel Needs NOAASHIPALBATROSSIV NOAA SHIP OSCAR DYSON

  14. Conclusion Restoring optimum yield of all species; Managing as a unit; Maximizing efficiency in utilization while minimizing cost; Protecting, conserving and restoring coastal habitats and their biodiversity. Promoting international cooperation in the conservation and management of shared living marine resources

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