OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — State and tribal fishery officials say after several weeks of negotiations they've agreed on a plan that will allow for a 2016-2017 Puget Sound salmon-fishing season.

The agreement reached Thursday must be approved by federal officials but anglers likely will be able to fish the stocks soon.

Officials said in a news release that anticipated low numbers of salmon - especially coho - returning to Puget Sound made this year's negotiations challenging. Low returns of chinook, chum and coho are expected.

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Director Jim Unsworth says managers agreed on a package of fisheries that prioritizes conservation and allows for limited fishing in Puget Sound.

The co-managers will focus next on addressing long-term resource management concerns, such as restoring habitat and boosting salmon stocks.

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