On Saturday, the state government approved a new management plan for the Tasmanian rock lobster industry, which included not adopting an increase from 50 to 60 pot limits, new minimum size lobster limits and vessel monitoring systems implemented across the commercial rock lobster fleet.

Wynyard fisherman Scott Inkson said discussions about pot limits started following the association's vote.

"About five years ago, they voted in favour of introducing 60 pots," he said.

"I'm disappointed in the TRLFA in putting the (Primary Industries) minister (Jo Palmer) in the position in the first place.

"There has been a lot of other motions voted on in the last five years but they haven't been pushed.

"They are focusing on a single agenda.

"We are not in a position to put more pressure on fish stocks and we should be looking at ways to protect it.

"The North-West is more vulnerable that it was five years ago, so it is good to see the minister has upheld it."

Mr Inkson explained the impact an increase in pot limits would have had on the industry.

"If we had of increased the pot limit from 50 to 60, it would have put pressure on the quotas and the likelihood would be that you are taking that away from someone else and pushing them out of the industry," he said.

"It would risk depleting the stock - to give us more gear in an area with low biomass would be foolish.

"It is good to see common sense prevail."

Mr Inkson said he didn't have an issue with any of the other rules implemented.

"I am thankful for an increase in (the size of) females in the North-East," he said.

"The VMS (vessel monitoring systems) are good for safety but also stops illegal fishing."

The TRLFA was contacted for comment.