Important Notice on the 2020 Conch Close Season
MIIC Author
The National Fisheries Authority wishes to inform the general public that the conch close season remains in effect and continues until March 31, 2020. During this time it is illegal to catch, sell or process any conch meat. Conch meat which has been previously declared must remain in cold storage until the season officially re-opens.
For further information please contact the National Fisheries Authority at 876-967-2081, 876-923-8811, 876-923-8813.
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