Proponent(s):

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Purpose of Study:

 

 

 

Target Species:

Potential by-catch species:

 

Method of handling (return to water, retain for study, etc)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Method of fishing: (indicate in detail the amount and type of gear(s) to be used)

 

 

 

Area of Study: Describe the area to be studied. Also designate area(s) on map- attached.

 

 

Period of Study: Describe how many days of effort and/or sets, in what periods.

 

 

Fishing Plan: Indicate how the study will be conducted in order to address the purpose of the study.

 

 

Marketing: Indicate the market potential for the species and what outlets have been arranged for landings.

Note: Confirmation from a buyer is NOT required on application, but WILL be required before any issuance of permits.

 

 

Monitoring and Control: Explain what measures will be followed to ensure all fishing activities will be conducted in accordance with the terms set out as conditions of any permit(s) issued.

 

 

Data Collection and analysis: Indicate what data and samples will be collected and analysed, and how the results will be made available at the completion of studies.

 

 

 

Agreement:

 

It is my/our intention to devote the time and resources described in this proposal to investigating the potential for the fishery herein described. I/We are prepared to do so on the understanding that should a fishery develop directly as a result of this effort, I/We will receive priority access to any subsequent stages in the development of this fishery.

 

This proposed activity is to be considered in confidence until such time as the Emerging Species Advisory Board review and approves of the study proposed.

 

Date of Submission:______________________________________________________________

 

Applicant(s) Signature:

 

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