DFO says Northern Cod in ‘Healthy Zone,’ Quotas Increased in 2J-3KL by 55 Per Cent

The Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) has increased the Total Allowable Catch for northern cod by 55 percent, citing a healthy stock recovery. This decision is expected to boost economic activity for the inshore fishing fleet and local processing plants in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Why it matters
The recovery of the northern cod stock is a significant environmental and economic milestone for the Atlantic Canadian fishing industry.
The main cod stock off Newfoundland and Labrador is in the healthy zone, and allocations for all harvesters have increased by about 55 per cent.
The article provides a straightforward report on government policy and industry reactions.
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