Read Isermann and Paukert (2010) Regulating Harvest [You may skip Section 7.2 (with the exception of 7.2.3)] and MnDNR Regulation Toolbox Summaries to answer the following questions.

  1. Briefly describe how the use of harvest regulations has changed in the last two centuries.
  2. List and briefly describe each harvest regulation type discussed in both readings.
  3. List and describe factors that may confound our ability to determine the effectiveness of harvest regulations.
  4. Have regulations become more or less complicated over time? What evidence did the authors provide to support your answer.