Big fish are very scarce. Virginia has not re-issued tags for 2000 so expect production to be very light this weekend. Along with Baby Monkfish, Monkfish Livers and other odds and ends. Chilean Sea Bass is out of season. More fish expected for weekend and next week.
Most fishermen are on shore in South America.
They usually take a few weeks off after the Holidays. Ecuador Mahi Mahi season is open and supplies are decent. Grouper market has firmed slightly after the holidays. Grouper pricing has firmed up as supplies have tightened. Gulf Snapper season opens Feb. 1st.