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What/When:NOAA Fisheries is holding a listening session for Gulf of Mexico shrimpers including captains, permit holders, and deckhands on September 20, 2023, from 4-7 p.m. EDT. The goal of this session is to generate local ecological knowledge on the Gulf of Mexico shrimp fishery. Why This is Happening:Our intent is to increase information flow between scientists, managers, and fishermen in support of improved fishery resources in the Gulf of Mexico. We are interested in hearing about: ● What aspects of your operation are most critical to your success? Are those aspects facing short or long-term threats? ● What impact has fisheries management had on your industry? ● What targeted research might improve management of the shrimp fishery? ● How do ecosystem changes affect your businesses and communities? ● What do people value in the ecosystem? When/Where:September 20, 2023, from 4–7 p.m. EDT Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council 4107 W. Spruce St. #200, Tampa, FL 33607 Meeting Accommodations:These meetings are physically accessible to people with disabilities. Requests for auxiliary aids should be directed to Molly Stevens 5 days prior to the meeting at (305) 361-4489 or [email protected]. For any questions regarding this session, please contact Molly Stevens. |