Gulf Anglers, Fishery Managers Clash Over Red Snapper Opening in Federal Waters

Seafood Harvesters of America Board Member Will Ward discusses the red snapper debate on NPR affiliate WGCU News.  Check out the full article here:WGCU News - Despite a months-long season for red snapper in state waters off Florida and other Gulf states, fisherman across the Gulf of Mexico are gearing up to protest a brief three-day opening to catch the prized fish in federal Gulf waters. Fishermen argue a short opening hurts businesses and hampers anglers across the Gulf, but fishery managers say a small window is important to preserve a species still recovering from overfishing.