Research Document 1997/65
Update of fishery and research survey information on the southern Gulf of St. Lawrence cod stock, April 1997
By A.F. Sinclair, G.A. Chouinard, L.G. Currie
Abstract
Directed cod fisheries in the southern Gulf of St. Lawrence remained closed in 1996 as has been the case since September 1993. Total reported landings were 1142 t coming from by-catch in other fisheries, a sentinel survey, a mesh selection experiment, and a recreational fishery. The results of the 1996 research vessel survey, sentinel surveys, and input from the fishing industry indicates that stock size remains low. Adult biomass has increased since the closure but this is due mainly to growth. Recruitment of young fish remains well below average. Continued low levels of fishing and improved recruitment are required for stock recovery.
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