School of Fish: Federal Fishery Management

MSA 101: Corey Ridings introduces us to the Magnuson Stevens Act, the primary law for managing fisheries in the United States. We discuss its history, purpose, and impact through the lens of Corey's role on the Pacific Fishery Management Council. The conversation delves into the complexities of fishery management, covering topics such as navigating fishery advisory bodies, the concept of Maximum Sustainable Yield (MSY), and community involvement in fishery decision making.Learn more:Magnuson Stevens ActPacific Fishery Management CouncilCouncil Roster