Optimizing economic value and sustainability of Florida's recreational fisheries.
Implementing Organization
University of Miami
Overview
DWH Project Funding
$294,000
Known Leveraged Funding
$0
Funding Organization
The U.S. Department of Treasury
Funding Program
The RESTORE Act Funds Bucket 5: Centers of Excellence Research Grant Program
Details
Project Category
Science
Project Actions
Environmental Research
Targeted Resources
Fish/Fish Habitats
Project Description
Marine recreational fishing in Florida is a multibillion dollar enterprise, generating more in annual revenues than the entire Florida citrus industry. Hundreds of species are reported by fishers to state and federal databases; however, less than 10% of these species have up-to-date stock assessments and the true economic value (dollars and jobs) of these stocks and their associated fisheries is unknown. The goal of this study is to identify reliable biological and economic condition indicators for Florida recreational fisheries, which will inform and improve stock assessments. Stock status indicators will be used to implement an economic survey and improve estimates of the value of ecosystem goods and services of Florida Gulf coast recreational fisheries.
Contact
Ault, Jerry305-421-4884
jault@rsmas.miami.edu
Project Website
None
Location is center of study area off west coast of FL