Recommendations for Conducting a Collaborative Cod-Tagging Program for New England and Maritime Canada

Submitted May 31st, 2001.

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The three core objectives recommended in this report are:

1) Develop a collaborative cod-tagging program between fishermen and scientists to build bridges and strengthen working relationships towards improved understanding of marine ecosystem functioning.

2) Improve understanding of current cod distribution and movement patterns throughout Gulf of Maine, Georges Bank, Southern New England and coastal waters.

3) Establish a foundation for future U.S./Canada, industry/scientific community collaborations to enhance understanding of shared marine resources (e.g., tagging programs for other species).