sts and some of the research operations. 



The national objectives of the Bureau of Com- 

 mercial Fisheries are to: 



Increase the net contribution of aquatic, living 

 commercial resources to the Nation's economy; 



Increase efficiency so that the economic status of 

 those engaged in the fishing industry is improved; 



Provide for the growing and diversified demands 

 of the x\merican people for fish and shellfish 

 products whether in the form of edible foods or 

 other products, from efficient and economical 

 sources; 



Seek means of bringing more of the world's 

 aquatic resources into economic, commercial pro- 

 duction for the benefit of all mankind; 



Contribute to man's understanding and control 

 of aquatic living resources and their environment. 



