Test troll gear to maximize catch of targeted rockfish while reducing bycatch of overfished species of concern such as the cowcod and yelloweye. Project will demonstrate the feasibility of a new fishery and build markets for local, sustainable seafood.
NFWF Grant Profile
Conservation Program(s):
Fisheries Innovation Fund
Project Title: Increasing Access to Local Abundant Species in the Monterey Bay Area (CA)
Organization:
Local Bounty
Project ID:
0303.18.061574
Description:
Award Amount:
$95842.75
Location:
Ports of Monterey, Moss Landing, and Santa Cruz California.