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I've been in and around the seafood business all of my life and on both sides, commercial vs' recreational. The only bashing I hear is by the recreational fisherman. Don't jump my case, but I want to point out that there are way more of them because anyone can get a rec. fishing liscense. I also want some statistics on how the total rec. catch far outweighs the commercial fisherman's totals. I can't quote it verbatim, but I know it's out there and I'd like those who've seen it to post it here.
My point is that it is convenient that the rec. fisherman blame all of the troubles on the commercial. Even though the rec impact is as much or greater.
I think there needs to be some empathy for the commercial fisherman. It's their way of life. This job isn't easy and it isn't as profitable as it's made out to be. Their season lasts a couple of months and that money has to last. They can catch other seafood in the other seasons, but you're not looking at people who make 100K a year. A catch might bring in a couple thousand at a time, but those catches are few and far between.
Gasoline powered cars pollute the atmosphere. Should we ban all cars and car sales until there's better technology? The mentality in this question is the same as the mentality of banning shrimpers because their way of life is too primative for the times.
Just my thoughts...
My point is that it is convenient that the rec. fisherman blame all of the troubles on the commercial. Even though the rec impact is as much or greater.
I think there needs to be some empathy for the commercial fisherman. It's their way of life. This job isn't easy and it isn't as profitable as it's made out to be. Their season lasts a couple of months and that money has to last. They can catch other seafood in the other seasons, but you're not looking at people who make 100K a year. A catch might bring in a couple thousand at a time, but those catches are few and far between.
Gasoline powered cars pollute the atmosphere. Should we ban all cars and car sales until there's better technology? The mentality in this question is the same as the mentality of banning shrimpers because their way of life is too primative for the times.
Just my thoughts...
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I just want to point out that the study quoted would not have been possible without the help of the commercial shrimpers who you are bashing here. The study also proves that they are looking at other technologies which will reduce their bycatch. I also want to point out the conclusion of the study which says that the economic effects of using these devices far outweigh the benefits.
CONCLUSIONS
Reduction of finfish bycatch in the shrimp fishery has many positive ecological and economic ramifications, if it can be accomplished without a concurrent reduction in the shrimp catch; otherwise the economic impact on the shrimp fishery might far outweigh any benefits provided to finfish stocks and their fisheries. With a reduction in unwanted bycatch, the industry should realize a reduced cost to harvest and process the catch, as well as a higher quality product. These reductions will also provide indirect benefit by ameliorating a negative perception about "waste" in this fishery, and make a positive ecological impact on the faunal community inhabiting areas where shrimp are abundant. Just as importantly, reduction in juvenile finfish mortality is anticipated to increase available stocks of commercially and recreationally important fishes, thus alleviating user-group conflicts stemming from current catch restrictions.
This Program would have been impossible to begin, let alone complete, without the assistance that was offered by the southeastern commercial shrimp industry. The many owners and operators of shrimp trawlers from North Carolina to Texas are to be commended for their voluntary participation and their dedicated interest in this program. Their direct participation in the field operations, and their interaction with scientists, managers, and gear technologists was invaluable in completing the objectives of the Program.
CONCLUSIONS
Reduction of finfish bycatch in the shrimp fishery has many positive ecological and economic ramifications, if it can be accomplished without a concurrent reduction in the shrimp catch; otherwise the economic impact on the shrimp fishery might far outweigh any benefits provided to finfish stocks and their fisheries. With a reduction in unwanted bycatch, the industry should realize a reduced cost to harvest and process the catch, as well as a higher quality product. These reductions will also provide indirect benefit by ameliorating a negative perception about "waste" in this fishery, and make a positive ecological impact on the faunal community inhabiting areas where shrimp are abundant. Just as importantly, reduction in juvenile finfish mortality is anticipated to increase available stocks of commercially and recreationally important fishes, thus alleviating user-group conflicts stemming from current catch restrictions.
This Program would have been impossible to begin, let alone complete, without the assistance that was offered by the southeastern commercial shrimp industry. The many owners and operators of shrimp trawlers from North Carolina to Texas are to be commended for their voluntary participation and their dedicated interest in this program. Their direct participation in the field operations, and their interaction with scientists, managers, and gear technologists was invaluable in completing the objectives of the Program.
I prefer Off the Hook on airline. They have all you can eat specials often.
re: You preferred fish to fry?
Posted by EmCee on 5/1/10 at 11:30 pm to Tigerpaw123
Lemon fish is by far, my favorite!
Need a Restaurant Recommendation
Posted by EmCee on 4/10/10 at 6:11 pm
Going on a date night in the Baton Rouge/Prairieville area. Not fine dining, but good food in a nicer restaurant. Any suggestions?
Just to let you know. That white building eight feet in the air known today as Boothville Elementary School survived the storm. It was built after Camille, so I guess it's possible to build a storm resistant school.
ALSO, those kids deserve a school, would you allow your child to be on a school bus for no less than a 1hr. 30 min commute, one way, before the bus even starts stopping to allow students on or off? Would you really condone bussing 400 students for over 4 hours a day?
That's insane!
ALSO, those kids deserve a school, would you allow your child to be on a school bus for no less than a 1hr. 30 min commute, one way, before the bus even starts stopping to allow students on or off? Would you really condone bussing 400 students for over 4 hours a day?
That's insane!
Thanks Ya'll!
San Antonio Suggestions
Posted by EmCee on 3/31/10 at 12:10 am
The family is heading to San Antonio. Any suggestions for food or fun?
The Ruby Slipper is excellent! Not sure if they do reservations. We had to wait about 15-20 minutes, but it wasn't expensive and the food was great! Mimosas were supurb!
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re: WarHeads candy
Posted by EmCee on 3/21/10 at 10:52 am to trevorthetiger
We'd try to see who could stand the most in their mouth at one time. Good times!
Lido's Italian Restaurant down the expressway near West Jefferson is top notch!
I like mayo, ketchup, horseradish and a dash of hot sauce, mixed together to taste.
geeze, just giving my opinion guys! thought that was what this place was all about.
I'm not an owner, but I like the place, have never had a bad experience, and want to see it do well.
Oh, and I didn't realize the emoticons were offensive. I'll be more careful next time!
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I'm not an owner, but I like the place, have never had a bad experience, and want to see it do well.
Oh, and I didn't realize the emoticons were offensive. I'll be more careful next time!
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I agree, you should have contacted them before posting. They are good people and I'm sure they would have offered to fix the problem.
Errors happen! :violin:
Errors happen! :violin:
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