precautionary reference points

precautionary reference points
estimated values derived via an agreed scientific procedure corresponding to the state of the fishery and used as a guide for fisheries management. There are two types, conservation or limit reference points and management or target reference points. The former constrain harvesting to produce maximum sustainable yield while the latter are intended to meet management objectives

Dictionary of ichthyology. 2009.

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