Please note that the start/end times listed above are approximate, and other details are subject to change. Visit the SAFMC website linked above for the most up-to-date information.
This is one in a series of working group meetings associated with the Longfin Inshore Squid Research Track Assessment. Please visit the Longfin Inshore Squid Research Track Working Group page on the NOAA Fisheries website for an agenda and webinar connection details (scroll down to the “Schedule” section). This meeting is open to the public.
Research track assessments evaluate new datasets that can either inform or be used in new or existing stock assessment models. Unlike management track assessments, which are driven by the need to meet specific management timelines, research track assessments are carried out over longer time frames and with fewer requirements for using the most recent data. The research track is intended to be the opportunity for extensive and comprehensive research and analysis.
Working groups carry out the analytical work required for the stock assessment, including developing and implementing the research plan and terms of reference, conducting the necessary research, compiling the results to inform the research track effort, and incorporating other information and public input as appropriate.
After the working group has completed its work, a peer review panel will be convened to conduct a comprehensive review of the research track assessment.
Typically, research track outputs are incorporated into future management track assessments (as opposed to directly informing management decisions). For this reason, research track assessments are often scheduled to have management track assessments in the following year, which ensures immediate application of the research results with the inclusion of the most recent data in a management track assessment.
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council's (MAFMC) Bluefish Advisory Panel will hold a public meeting, jointly with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) Bluefish Advisory Panel, via webinar on Thursday, June 12, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
The purpose of this meeting is for the Advisory Panel to develop a fishery performance report (FPR) that describes recent performance of the bluefish commercial and recreational fisheries.
Staff Contact: Jose Montanez: jmontanez@mafmc.org; 302-526-5258
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Please note that the start/end times listed above are approximate, and other details are subject to change. Visit the NEFMC website linked above for the most up-to-date information.
A peer review panel will meet June 24-25, 2025, to review the June 2025 Management Track Assessments scheduled for peer review.
An agenda and other details will be posted on the meeting page prior to the meeting. This meeting is open to the public.
*** Please note that stock assessment meetings are hosted by the Northeast Fisheries Science Center. Webinar connection information for these meetings is only available on the meeting page (linked above) and will not be posted on the Council calendar. ***
Management track assessments provide updated catch advice on a regular schedule. The schedule varies by species. Each year there are two management track assessment peer reviews (one in June and one in September) that encompass several species. These assessments begin with a previously approved assessment model and a plan to carry forward an updated assessment with possible changes to the data or parameters in the model.
In February, the Assessment Oversight Panel (AOP) recommends the level of peer review appropriate for each assessment. There are three levels of management track peer review:
Level 1: direct delivery (i.e., no peer review) of simple data and model updates;
Level 2: expedited peer review of updates with some changes to the model or data streams; or
Level 3: enhanced peer review of updates with extensive changes.
After the AOP meets and makes its recommendations, the assessment leads will then carry out the management track assessment within the scope of the approved plan for each stock.
During the peer review meeting, a small panel of relevant Scientific and Statistical Committee (SSC) members and other experts will review the Level 2 and Level 3 assessment for technical merit and provide recommendations on whether the assessments should or should not be used for management.
Additional information about stock assessments is available on the Council’s Stock Assessments page and on the NOAA Fisheries website.
The Council’s and ASMFC’s joint Fishery Management Action Team (FMAT)/Plan Development Team (PDT) for the Recreational Sector Separation Amendment will meet via Webinar on Thursday, June 26, 2025, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
The group will continue discussion of sector separation options and amendment next steps.
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Fishery Management Action Team (FMAT) meetings are working meetings of the Council, NOAA Fisheries, and Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission staff. The date and time of FMAT meetings are generally posted to the calendar on the Council’s website, sometimes with very little notice. FMAT members may discuss topics listed on the agenda in any order and may also discuss topics not listed. Members of the public may attend FMAT meetings, or listen to the meetings if they are broadcast, but should not expect to participate in the discussion unless the FMAT chair invites public input during a specified public comment period to be noted at the beginning of the meeting. Work carried out by the FMAT is considered during committee and/or Council meetings, during which public comments are encouraged.
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council’s Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass Advisory Panel will hold a public webinar meeting, jointly with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass Advisory Panel. The meeting will be held via webinar on Monday, June 30, 2025 from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
The purpose of this meeting is for the Advisory Panels to develop a Fishery Performance Report (FPR) that describes recent performance of the commercial and recreational fisheries for summer flounder, scup, and black sea bass.
Staff contacts:
Julia Beaty (lead for black sea bass): jbeaty@mafmc.org; 302-526-5250
Hannah Hart (lead for summer flounder): hhart@mafmc.org; 302-526-5263
Hayden Dubniczki (lead for scup): hdubniczki@mafmc.org; 302-526-5259
Webinar information will be shared prior to the meeting
Meeting materials will be posted when available
The Council’s Scientific and Statistical Committee will meet July 22-24, 2025. This will be an in person meeting with a virtual option. Please note that the timing and topics may change as agendas are finalized. Check this page for updates.
Anticipated Topics:
Management track assessment results and OFL/ABC recommendations for:
Summer Flounder
Scup
Black Sea Bass
Bluefish
Atlantic Mackerel
Illex Squid
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council's Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass (SFSBSB) Monitoring Committee will meet via webinar on Thursday, July 31, 2025 from 10 a.m.. - 4 p.m.
The objective of this meeting is for the Monitoring Committee to provide recommendations for 2026-2027 specifications for all three species.
Staff contacts:
Julia Beaty (lead for black sea bass): jbeaty@mafmc.org; 302-526-5250
Hannah Hart (lead for summer flounder): hhart@mafmc.org; 302-526-5263
Hayden Dubniczki (lead for scup): hdubniczki@mafmc.org; 302-526-5259
Webinar information will be shared prior to the meeting
Meeting materials will be posted when available
Additional details will be posted on this page at a later date. Please note that the start/end times above are subject to change.
The Council’s Scientific and Statistical Committee will meet September 9-10, 2025. This will be an in person meeting (location TBD) with a virtual option. Please note that the timing and topics may change as agendas are finalized. Check this page for updates.
Anticipated Topics:
Offshore wind discussion
MRIP FES Update and Overview
2026 ABC reviews: Spiny Dogfish
Please note that the start/end times listed above are approximate, and other details are subject to change. Visit the SAFMC website linked above for the most up-to-date information.
Please note that the start/end times listed above are approximate, and other details are subject to change. Visit the NEFMC website linked above for the most up-to-date information.
Additional details will be posted on this page at a later date. Please note that the start/end times above are subject to change.
The Council Coordination Committee will meet virtually October 15-16, 2025. Please visit the meeting page linked below for details.
The Coordination Committee (CCC) consists of the chairs, vice chairs, and executive directors from each of the eight regional fishery management councils. The general purpose of the CCC is to address issues of relevance to all Councils, including issues related to the implementation of the Magnuson-Stevens Act.
Please note that the start/end times listed above are approximate, and other details are subject to change. Visit the NEFMC website linked above for the most up-to-date information.
Please note that the start/end times listed above are approximate, and other details are subject to change. Visit the SAFMC website linked above for the most up-to-date information.
Additional details will be posted on this page at a later date. Please note that the start/end times above are subject to change.
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council will meet February 10-11, 2026. This meeting will be conducted by webinar. Please check back for updates.
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council will meet April 7-9, 2026, in New York, NY. Please check back for updates.
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council will meet June 16-18, 2026, in Alexandria, VA. Please check back for updates.
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council will meet August 10-13, 2026, in Philadelphia, PA. Please check back for updates.
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council will meet October 6-8, 2026, in Duck, NC. Please check back for updates.
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council will meet December 14-17, 2026, in Annapolis, MD. Please check back for updates.
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The Council’s and ASMFC’s joint Fishery Management Action Team (FMAT)/Plan Development Team (PDT) for the Recreational Sector Separation Amendment will meet via Webinar on Monday, June 2, 2025, from 9-11 a.m.
The group will discuss the outcomes of the April Council/Policy Board meeting and consider next steps for developing sector separation options.
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Fishery Management Action Team (FMAT) meetings are working meetings of the Council, NOAA Fisheries, and Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission staff. The date and time of FMAT meetings are generally posted to the calendar on the Council’s website, sometimes with very little notice. FMAT members may discuss topics listed on the agenda in any order and may also discuss topics not listed. Members of the public may attend FMAT meetings, or listen to the meetings if they are broadcast, but should not expect to participate in the discussion unless the FMAT chair invites public input during a specified public comment period to be noted at the beginning of the meeting. Work carried out by the FMAT is considered during committee and/or Council meetings, during which public comments are encouraged.
The Northeast Trawl Advisory Panel Bigelow Contingency Plan Working Group will hold a meeting via webinar on Thursday, May 29, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. During this meeting the working group will continue their discussions on the Industry-Based Survey pilot project.
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The Northeast Region Coordinating Council (NRCC) will meet May 21-22, 2025. Visit the meeting page linked below for additional details.
The Northeast Region Coordinating Council (NRCC) was formed in 2001 and consists of members from the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office, Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council, New England Fishery Management Council, and Northeast Fisheries Science Center. The NRCC’s mission is to “prioritize, communicate, and coordinate fisheries scientific and management resources through in-person meetings that include Federal, State, Council, and Commission managers and scientists of the Greater Atlantic region of the United States.”
The Alternative Gear Marking Framework Adjustment PDT/FMAT will meet via webinar on Tuesday, May 20th, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
This PDT/FMAT was formed by the NOAA Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office (GARFO) to discuss the Alternative Gear Marking Framework. The development of this action, led by GARFO, will take place between the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council (MAFMC) and the New England Fishery Management Council (NEFMC). Both Councils are anticipated to take final action in 2025, with the MAFMC scheduled to hold framework meeting 2 (final action) at the October 2025 Council Meeting.
Staff Contact: Hayden Dubniczki, 302-526-5259; hdubniczki@mafmc.org
Webinar information and meeting materials can be found on the New England Council's meeting page (here)
Fishery Management Action Team (FMAT) meetings are working meetings of the Council, NOAA Fisheries, and Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission staff. Information on FMAT meeting locations for in-person meetings may be obtained by contacting Council staff prior to the meeting. This information is not posted to the Council’s website. The date and time of FMAT meetings are generally posted to the calendar on the Council’s website, sometimes with very little notice. FMAT members may discuss topics listed on the agenda in any order and may also discuss topics not listed. Members of the public may attend FMAT meetings, or listen to the meetings if they are broadcast, but should not expect to participate in the discussion unless the FMAT chair invites public input during a specified public comment period to be noted at the beginning of the meeting. Work carried out by the FMAT is considered during committee and/or Council meetings, during which public comments are encouraged.
The East Coast Climate Coordination Group will meet in Annapolis, MD.
Join the webinar here: https://v.ringcentral.com/join/875234931
Please note that the agenda includes a possible closed session to discuss personnel issues
Staff Contacts:
Toni Kerns (ASMFC), tkerns@asmfc.org, 703-842-0718
Kiley Dancy (MAFMC), kdancy@mafmc.org, 302-526-5257
The Tilefish Monitoring Committee will meet via webinar on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 from 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
The purpose of this meeting is to discuss to discuss management measures for both golden and blueline tilefish.
Staff Contacts: José Montañez (302-526-5258, jmontanez@mafmc.org) or Hannah Hart (302-526-5263, hhart@mafmc.org)
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2347 592 9207; Meeting password: Nb6uWtMwA68
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Golden Tilefish
Blueline Tilefish
SEDAR 92 Assessment Report: Model for Stock North of Hatteras Information Only
The complete SEDAR 92 report can be found at - https://sedarweb.org/documents/sedar-92-atlantic-blueline-tilefish-final-stock-assessment-report/
This meeting has been cancelled. (5/14/2025)
The Council’s Mackerel, Squid, and Butterfish (MSB) Monitoring Committee was going to meet (webinar) on May 15, 2025 to develop recommendations for the Council regarding upcoming specifications: Setting 2026-2028 chub mackerel specifications and reviewing 2026 specifications for butterfish and longfin squid. However the Scientific and Statistical Committee did not make any changes to current and/or planned 2026 Acceptable Biological Catches (ABCs), so the Monitoring Committee meeting was not needed and was canceled.
The Council will still address these specifications at its June 2024 meeting.
Please contact Jason Didden (butterfish and longfin squid) or Julia Beaty (chub mackerel) for more information if needed.
The Northeast Trawl Advisory Panel Bigelow Contingency Plan Working Group will hold a meeting via webinar on Thursday, May 8, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. During this meeting the working group will continue their discussions on the Industry-Based Survey pilot project.
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This is one in a series of working group meetings associated with the Longfin Inshore Squid Research Track Assessment. Please visit the Longfin Inshore Squid Research Track Working Group page on the NOAA Fisheries website for an agenda and webinar connection details (scroll down to the “Schedule” section). This meeting is open to the public.
Research track assessments evaluate new datasets that can either inform or be used in new or existing stock assessment models. Unlike management track assessments, which are driven by the need to meet specific management timelines, research track assessments are carried out over longer time frames and with fewer requirements for using the most recent data. The research track is intended to be the opportunity for extensive and comprehensive research and analysis.
Working groups carry out the analytical work required for the stock assessment, including developing and implementing the research plan and terms of reference, conducting the necessary research, compiling the results to inform the research track effort, and incorporating other information and public input as appropriate.
After the working group has completed its work, a peer review panel will be convened to conduct a comprehensive review of the research track assessment.
Typically, research track outputs are incorporated into future management track assessments (as opposed to directly informing management decisions). For this reason, research track assessments are often scheduled to have management track assessments in the following year, which ensures immediate application of the research results with the inclusion of the most recent data in a management track assessment.
The Spiny Dogfish Monitoring Committee will meet via webinar on Friday, May 2, 2025 from 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. to develop recommendations for the Council regarding alternatives and analyses for a framework action that is considering modifications to payback accountability measures when specifications are exceeded.
More information on this framework action is available at https://www.mafmc.org/actions/spiny-dogfish-accountability-measures-fw.
Staff contact: Jason Didden, jdidden@mafmc.org; 302-526-5254
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Webex Meeting number: 2330 179 5299
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The Council’s Surfclam and Ocean Quahog Advisory Panel will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 from 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. via webinar.
The purpose of this meeting is for the Advisory Panel to develop a fishery performance report (FPR) for Atlantic surfclam and ocean quahog. The intent of the FPR is to facilitate a venue for structured input from the Advisory Panel for specifications processes. The FPR will be used by the MAFMC’s Scientific and Statistical Committee and the Council when reviewing specifications for the 2026 fishing year.
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The Alternative Gear Marking Framework Adjustment PDT/FMAT will meet via webinar on Monday, April 28, 2025 from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
This PDT/FMAT was formed by the NOAA Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office (GARFO) to discuss the Alternative Gear Marking Framework. The development of this action, led by GARFO, will take place between the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council (MAFMC) and the New England Fishery Management Council (NEFMC). Both Councils are anticipated to take final action in 2025, with the MAFMC tentatively scheduled to hold framework meeting 1 at the April 2025 Council Meeting and take final action at the October 2025 Council Meeting.
Staff Contact: Hayden Dubniczki, 302-526-5259; hdubniczki@mafmc.org
Webinar information and meeting materials can be found on the New England Council’s meeting page (here)
Fishery Management Action Team (FMAT) meetings are working meetings of the Council, NOAA Fisheries, and Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission staff. Information on FMAT meeting locations for in-person meetings may be obtained by contacting Council staff prior to the meeting. This information is not posted to the Council’s website. The date and time of FMAT meetings are generally posted to the calendar on the Council’s website, sometimes with very little notice. FMAT members may discuss topics listed on the agenda in any order and may also discuss topics not listed. Members of the public may attend FMAT meetings, or listen to the meetings if they are broadcast, but should not expect to participate in the discussion unless the FMAT chair invites public input during a specified public comment period to be noted at the beginning of the meeting. Work carried out by the FMAT is considered during committee and/or Council meetings, during which public comments are encouraged.
The Northeast Trawl Advisory Panel Bigelow Contingency Plan Working Group will hold a meeting via webinar on Thursday, April 24, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. During this meeting the working group will continue their discussions on the Industry-Based Survey pilot project.
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The Council’s Mackerel, Squid, and Butterfish (MSB) Advisory Panel (AP) will meet via webinar on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
The MSB AP will develop Fishery Performance Reports for MSB species except Atlantic mackerel, which will be addressed later in 2025. The Fishery Performance Reports are considered by the Scientific and Statistical Committee (SSC) when setting Acceptable Biological Catches (ABC’s).
The MSB Fishery Performance Reports will be addressed in the following order: Chub mackerel, longfin squid, Illex squid, Atlantic mackerel, and then butterfish.
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Supplemental
NEFSC Data Update including Butterfish, Chub mackerel, and Longfin squid (Not Illex or Atlantic mackerel since they will have assessments later in 2025)
A sub-panel of the Mid-Atlantic and South Atlantic Fishery Management Councils’ Scientific and Statistical Committees (SSCs) will meet via webinar on Monday, April 21 and Wednesday, April 23, 2025 from 1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. each day.
The joint sub-panel will meet to review the Data Limited Methods (DLM) model for the Atlantic Blueline Tilefish stock north of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina developed as part of the SouthEast Data, Assessment, and Review (SEDAR) 92 process.
Staff Contact: Brandon Muffley: 302-526-5260, bmuffley@mafmc.org
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SEDAR 92 Assessment Report: Model for Stock North of Hatteras Information Only
The complete SEDAR 92 report can be found at - https://sedarweb.org/documents/sedar-92-atlantic-blueline-tilefish-final-stock-assessment-report/
South Atlantic Deepwater Longline (SADL) Survey Information
2025 Mid-Atlantic Blueline Tilefish Fishery Information Document
2023 South Atlantic Advisory Panel Fishery Performance Report
Supplemental Information
The Tilefish Advisory Panel will meet Wednesday, April 16, 2025 from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss recent performance of the blueline and golden tilefish commercial and recreational fisheries and develop Fishery Performance Reports.
Staff Contacts: José Montañez (302-526-5258, jmontanez@mafmc.org) or Hannah Hart (302-526-5263, hhart@mafmc.org)
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Please note that the start/end times listed above are approximate, and other details are subject to change. Visit the NEFMC website linked above for the most up-to-date information.
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This is one in a series of working group meetings associated with the Longfin Inshore Squid Research Track Assessment. Please visit the Longfin Inshore Squid Research Track Working Group page on the NOAA Fisheries website for an agenda and webinar connection details (scroll down to the “Schedule” section). This meeting is open to the public.
Research track assessments evaluate new datasets that can either inform or be used in new or existing stock assessment models. Unlike management track assessments, which are driven by the need to meet specific management timelines, research track assessments are carried out over longer time frames and with fewer requirements for using the most recent data. The research track is intended to be the opportunity for extensive and comprehensive research and analysis.
Working groups carry out the analytical work required for the stock assessment, including developing and implementing the research plan and terms of reference, conducting the necessary research, compiling the results to inform the research track effort, and incorporating other information and public input as appropriate.
After the working group has completed its work, a peer review panel will be convened to conduct a comprehensive review of the research track assessment.
Typically, research track outputs are incorporated into future management track assessments (as opposed to directly informing management decisions). For this reason, research track assessments are often scheduled to have management track assessments in the following year, which ensures immediate application of the research results with the inclusion of the most recent data in a management track assessment.
The Council’s and ASMFC’s joint Fishery Management Action Team (FMAT)/Plan Development Team (PDT) for the Recreational Sector Separation and Catch Accounting Amendment will meet via Webinar on Monday, March 31, 2025 from 1-2:30 pm.
The purpose of this meeting is to review scoping input on the Recreational Sector Separation and Data Collection Amendment to the Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass and Bluefish FMPs.
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Fishery Management Action Team (FMAT) meetings are working meetings of the Council, NOAA Fisheries, and Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission staff. The date and time of FMAT meetings are generally posted to the calendar on the Council’s website, sometimes with very little notice. FMAT members may discuss topics listed on the agenda in any order and may also discuss topics not listed. Members of the public may attend FMAT meetings, or listen to the meetings if they are broadcast, but should not expect to participate in the discussion unless the FMAT chair invites public input during a specified public comment period to be noted at the beginning of the meeting. Work carried out by the FMAT is considered during committee and/or Council meetings, during which public comments are encouraged.
The Northeast Trawl Advisory Panel Bigelow Contingency Plan Working Group will hold a meeting via webinar on Thursday, March 27, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. During this meeting the working group will continue their discussions on the Industry-Based Survey pilot project.
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The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council’s and Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass and Bluefish Advisory Panels will hold a joint public meeting via webinar on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 from 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.
The objective of this meeting is for the Advisory Panels to discuss the Recreational Sector Separation and Data Collection Amendment to the Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass and Bluefish FMPs.
Staff contact:
Kiley Dancy, kdancy@mafmc.org, 302-526-5257
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The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council’s Ecosystem and Ocean Planning (EOP) Committee and Advisory Panel will meet jointly via webinar March 20, 2025 from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
During this meeting the EOP Committee and AP will review a draft of the 2025 Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries Management (EAFM) risk assessment report.
Staff Contact: Brandon Muffley, 302-526-5250; bmuffley@mafmc.org
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The New England and Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council’s Monkfish Committee will meet jointly with NEFMC’s Skate Committee on Thursday, March 20, 2025 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Hampton Inn in South Kingston, RI.
Staff Contact: Jason Didden, 302-526-5254; jdidden@mafmc.org
Meeting details are available on the New England Council’s meeting page
The New England and Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council’s Monkfish Advisory Panel will meet jointly with NEFMC’s Skate Advisory Panel on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 from 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the Hampton Inn in South Kingston, RI.
Staff Contact: Jason Didden, 302-526-5254; jdidden@mafmc.org
Meeting details are available on the New England Council’s meeting page
The Longfin Inshore Squid working group will hold a hybrid modeling meeting at Woods Hole on March 17-21, 2025. Please visit the Longfin Inshore Squid Research Track Working Group page on the NOAA Fisheries website for an agenda and additional details (scroll down to the “Schedule” section).
Research track assessments evaluate new datasets that can either inform or be used in new or existing stock assessment models. Unlike management track assessments, which are driven by the need to meet specific management timelines, research track assessments are carried out over longer time frames and with fewer requirements for using the most recent data. The research track is intended to be the opportunity for extensive and comprehensive research and analysis.
Working groups carry out the analytical work required for the stock assessment, including developing and implementing the research plan and terms of reference, conducting the necessary research, compiling the results to inform the research track effort, and incorporating other information and public input as appropriate.
After the working group has completed its work, a peer review panel will be convened to conduct a comprehensive review of the research track assessment.
Typically, research track outputs are incorporated into future management track assessments (as opposed to directly informing management decisions). For this reason, research track assessments are often scheduled to have management track assessments in the following year, which ensures immediate application of the research results with the inclusion of the most recent data in a management track assessment.
Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council is one of eight fishery management councils responsible for the management of marine fisheries in the United States Exclusive Economic Zone. The council develops management plans for twelve species of fish and species off the coast of the Mid-Atlantic region.