Testing the robustness of HCRs applied to Baltic pelagic stocks - Working Document in support to the STECF Expert Working Group 12-02 Management Plans - part 1

Abstract

This work replies to a request from STECF EWG 11 15 to JRC to provide tests on the robustness of the target shing mortality (Ftrgt) and biomass trigger (Btrg) used on the harvest control rule (HCR) of the Baltic pelagic stocks. The main conclusion is that the successful candidates must assure Btrg is above the S/R break point and an exploitation level that is consistent with Btrg considering the stock dynamics.JRC.G.4-Maritime affair