Moncton, New Brunswick (NB) – May 3, 2024 – Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is announcing that the lobster fishery in Lobster Fishing Area (LFA) 24 will open on Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 6:00 a.m. and continue until July 04, 2024.
The last day of fishing will be July 04, 2024.
DFO wishes to remind fish harvesters to take extra care when navigating on the opening day of the lobster fishery as vessels are loaded with gear and traps. Harvesters are encouraged to act diligently in setting their traps and should ensure that vessels are loaded safely by reducing the quantity of gear if necessary.
Fish harvesters must also exercise caution when navigating in locations where dredging operations are on-going.
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