Read more about the article Fisheries rescue plan to guarantee Seychelles food security
The Seychelles government has agreed a package of measures with local fishermen to buy catches to supply fish to the local population. Image: CAOPA

Fisheries rescue plan to guarantee Seychelles food security

With the closure of the airport, hotels and restaurants, and the departure of tourists from the island, the Seychelles artisanal sector has lost most of its markets. The Ministry of…

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Read more about the article Drive to maintain seafood production and exports
Norwegian producers and exports are making efforts to maintain the flow of seafood to export markets. Image: Norwegian Seafood Council

Drive to maintain seafood production and exports

In the face of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, Norwegian wild fisheries and aquaculture are both considered of key importance. According to the Norwegian Seafood Council, government, industry and the transport…

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Read more about the article Driftnets blamed for widespread dolphin mortality
A study by an international group of scientists concludes that drifting gillnets are the prime cause of small cetacean mortality. Image: NOAA

Driftnets blamed for widespread dolphin mortality

Indian Ocean dolphin populations may have declined by more than 80% since 1950, and a study conducted by an international group of scientists including OPAGAC deputy manager Miguel Herrera attributes…

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