Populations of all commercially exploited species of fish and crustaceans and shellfish remain within safe biological limits, and display an age and size structure that is characteristic of a healthy stock.

The fishing mortality of the populations of commercially exploited species shall be equal to or below a level capable of producing maximum sustainable yield.

The spawning biomass of the populations of commercially exploited species is higher than a biomass level that can produce the maximum sustainable yield.

The age structure and size distribution of individual specimens in the populations of commercially exploited species indicate a healthy population. This means, among other things, a high percentage of old / large specimens and a limited negative influence of exploitation on genetic diversity. Member States shall establish through regional or sub-regional cooperation thresholds for each population of species in accordance with scientific advice obtained under Article 26 of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013.