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A simulation model to explore the relative value of stock enhancement versus harvest regulations for fishery sustainability

Abstract: 
Stock enhancement Fisheries sustainability Harvest This study compares the use of commonly used tools for maintaining sustainability in fisheries: harvest restriction and stock enhancement. It seeks to steer policy decisions regarding sustainable fisheries with the comparison. A population model was built to explore the tradeoffs between the two tools. The model was applied in a case study of a Murray cod Maccullochella peelii peelii population in Australia. The study indicates that stock enhancement is less effective than measures that reduce fishing mortality.
Author: 
Mark W. Rogers, Micheal S. Allen, Paul Brown, Taylor Hunt, Wayne Fulton, Brett A. Ingram
Institution: 
The University of Florida
Year: 
2013
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Industry Focus: 
Food & Agriculture
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Models
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