The Pelagic AC provides credible, scientific, and consensus-based advice to inform pelagic fisheries policy, both upon the request of the European Commission and Member States, and on its own initiative. All advice and recommendations are developed and approved by the members of the Pelagic AC.
Our advice — and responses to it — may be accessed below.
| Name | Summary | Year | Downloads |
|---|---|---|---|
| PelAC recommendations on Total Allowable Catches (TACs) for 2027 for herring stocks | The PelAC provides 2027 TAC recommendations for herring stocks, highlighting concerns over declining biomass, stock mixing, and survey limitations. It calls for improved assessments, genetic analysis, and coordinated research to address knowledge gaps. The advice emphasizes sustainable management and ecosystem considerations for long-term herring stock health. | 2026 | Letter to Com |