Scientific publications

The Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar Linnaeus, 1758) is an anadromous freshwater-breeding fish species of the genus Salmo. Fishes of this genus feature both a high consumer value, and a complex biology. Determination of the total allowable catch (TAC) of the Atlantic salmon has therefore always been one of the most challenging problems in commercial fisheries forecasting. The paper discusses the advancements in the methods for forecasting Atlantic salmon catches and determining optimal allowable catches is provided. Conformance of the methods to the precautionary approach requirements is evaluated. The Atlantic salmon mostly inhabiting the watersheds of the northern – White and Barents – seas of European Russia, the review of the species biological features and developments in commercial fisheries forecasting methods is given for these marine watersheds.