The research presents evidence that this production for use of global aquaculture supply chains is precipitating the collapse of stocks and compromising food security
In an advice to the Commission, the LDAC insists that a level playing field is essential for the development of socially and environmentally sustainable fisheries value chains, in the EU and in third countries.
In an interview with Gaoussou Gueye, president of the Association for the Promotion and Empowerment of Maritime Fisheries (APRAPAM), he stresses the key issues that are missing from the agenda for the Presidential Council on Fisheries at the end of May.
The new report “Dans les mailles du filet” from Changing Markets foundation ranks eight French retailers on how they are addressing the sustainability implications of the farmed seafood they sell.
To prevent young people from turning to illicit activities such as drug trafficking, or taking the perilous route of migration, fishmongers and processors have sought to find a place for them in the industry, unloading catches and preparing the fish.
The USCOFEP-CI cooperative has signed an agreement with a property developer for the construction of 500 units that will be put up for rent-purchase for the affiliated women, with the possibility of purchase over 10 to 13 years.
The project of the company Tosyali Holding Senegal, of Turkish origin, is likely to lead to the displacement of at least 20 families and put an end to the economic activity of hundreds of women involved in the processing of fish products and agriculture.
The European Commission publishes the results of its targeted International Ocean Governance Consultation, with suggested actions, and announces a new Communication on its blue economy strategy for spring 2021.
More than 96 members, 39 intergovernmental organisations and 32 observer NGOs, including CFFA and its partner CAOPA, attended this 34th (online) session of the FAO Committee on Fisheries to discuss global fisheries issues.
CAOPA and APRAPAM wonder why Senegal has not submitted an "ambitious" plan for expansion in this sector, including artisanal fishing, to ICCAT, the organisation that allocates access to the main tuna resources in the region.
The European Parliament PECH Committee should vote to reduce opacity regarding how Member States monitor their fishing fleets, including those operating outside EU waters.
