Preliminary Statement on the 2017 Blue Crab Winter Dredge Survey Results
This preliminary statement from the Chesapeake Bay Stock Assessment Committee provides an overview of the 2017 Winter Dredge Survey results and scientific advice to be used when considering future management changes.
Description
At the request of the blue crab management jurisdictions, the Chesapeake Bay Stock Assessment Committee (CBSAC) has reviewed the 2017 Bay-wide winter dredge survey (WDS) data. This review is not meant to overshadow the full 2017 advisory report, rather it provides jurisdictions with an initial overview of the survey results and scientific advice to be used when future management changes are being considered.