The ban on anchovy purse seining has been lifted for waters to the south of Peru after a period of about two months. However, the ban is still in effect in the northern and central zones as research has shown a severe drop in spawning activity due to El Niño. (InfoFish Trade News, 1, Oct. 1997)--Jeff June JAJfish@aol.com

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