Fisheries of the Northeastern United States; Revised 2026 Atlantic Mackerel Specifications
NMFS is adjusting the specifications for the 2026 Atlantic mackerel fishery to reflect the results of an updated mackerel management track stock assessment. This in-season action is intended to continue rebuilding the mackerel stock, help the mackerel fishery achieve optimum yield, and ensure that management measures a
| Agency | Commerce Department, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration |
|---|---|
| Document type | Rule |
| Published | 2026-02-23 |
| Summary | NMFS is adjusting the specifications for the 2026 Atlantic mackerel fishery to reflect the results of an updated mackerel management track stock assessment. This in-season action is intended to continue rebuilding the mackerel stock, help the mackerel fishery achieve optimum yield, and ensure that management measures are based on the best scientific information available. |
| Document number | 2026-03504 |
| Official record | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/02/23/2026-03504/fisheries-of-the-northeastern-united-states-revised-2026-atlantic-mackerel-specifications |