Working in and around this field has again come full circle back to the beaurocracy that self-perpetuates! Fish stocks have been supplemented for years to encourage outdoor activities(right of wrong)and these aquaculture practices have planted the seeds for big-business. Sadly, most of the fish and wildlife budgets for states revolve around supplemental taxes on hunting/fishing gear as well as the direct sale of licenses.Most of the budget goes to self-sustain these endeavors but there is also additional funds that allows for some law enforcement and little research.In the case of my state(MASS)these funds were even FROZEN by the govenor to add to the general coffers until it was found to be illeagal!!So like the practice or not,we are at the mercy of the hunters and fishermen because THEY pay for most of the non-game management as well.Even though we now know the potential impacts on native wildlife. But the practice should never be encouraged to influential minds, I would rather they not intentially change my landscape,thanks,Jeff

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