Just three years ago, a federal study showed the Gulf of Maine cod was healthy and headed toward recovery.
Now preliminary data suggest the valuable species is in dismal shape and won't rebuild within the time set by federal law. In a worst-case scenario, that could mean a broad fishery shutdown to protect the cod. But that step would be drastic and a long ways away.
More ... http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505245_162-57331266/new-cod-data-shaking-new-england-fishing-industry/
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