The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) awarded a $630,431 Cooperative Agreement under the Regional Fishery Management Councils Federal Grant Program (CFDA 11.441) to the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council, a non-profit organization. The grant, awarded on January 1, 2025, supports the council's efforts to develop and implement sustainable fishery management plans within the 200-mile U.S. Exclusive Economic Zone off the southeastern coast. Key activities include conducting research on fisheries and essential fish habitats, engaging stakeholders, supporting stock assessments, expanding citizen science initiatives, and managing coral reef resources. The council's work spans diverse areas such as studying the red snapper fishery, addressing discard mortality, promoting best fishing practices, mapping coral habitats, and developing abundance indices for stock assessments. This funding will enable the council to continue its critical role in conserving and managing the region's valuable fishery resources through a multifaceted approach over the 4-year performance period ending on December 31, 2028.
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