What is a pogy boat?

A pogy boat is a fishing vessel used to catch menhaden, also known as pogies. These boats are typically equipped with purse seines, large nets used to encircle and capture schools of fish. Pogies are a type of oily fish found in the Atlantic Ocean and are often used as bait or processed for fish meal and fish oil. Pogy boats play a significant role in the commercial fishing industry and can vary in size and capacity depending on the scale of the operation.