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Circular economy enters salmon aquaculture! It may occur like a small first step , but definitely into the right direction, underlining the leading role of #aquaculture in #sustainablity

The WWF's Fish Gudie 2024 is here: "In this year's edition of WWF's seafood consumer guide, the Fish Guide, several trends can be seen to be moving in the right direction. For example, for the first time, salmon from Norway produced in land-based recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS) has been evaluated - and given the green light, which means it is a good choice." Read the full report here (Swedish):

Conservation International and ABALOBI aim to advance community-based coastal fisheries and promote marine stewardship through strategic partnership. Conservation International Ventures will invest $250,000 into ABALOBI, a 2023 The Earthshot Prize finalist and South African-based global social enterprise, to support their app-based marketplace tool, ABALOBI’s Fisher-to-Marketplace program. “This is the kind of investment that promotes sustainable fishing practices that emphasize locally abundant fish species.” Said Dr. M Sanjayan, CEO of Conservation International. “Fishers can maximize income, while customers receive the freshest catch via an app-based marketplace—supporting resilient fisheries and healthier oceans.” ABALOBI’s market-leading margins offered to fishers highly incentivize them to log and sell most of their catch through the Marketplace. All registered vessels are tracked, reducing illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. ABALOBI’s data tools and technology are also being piloted by partners in 12 countries, including Kenya and Chile. “Market access for local communities is a vital but often overlooked factor in conservation,” noted Bjorn Stauch, Senior Vice President of Nature Finance at Conservation International. “With this investment, we’re deepening our collaboration with ABALOBI to support sustainable livelihoods and responsible practices.” https://lnkd.in/e99CZsyH

We're excited to announce we are supporting Conservation International and key stakeholders in the Pacific Island region in driving holistic improvements in Pacific tuna fisheries. Through the support of the Walmart Foundation, this initiative is set to implement and scale jurisdictional initiatives that aim not only to promote sustainable tuna fisheries but also to protect ecosystems, uphold social responsibility and bolster economic resilience. This initiative is part of Walmart and the Walmart Foundation's broader commitment to protect, sustainably manage or restore at least 1 million square miles of ocean by 2030. Recognizing the critical role of healthy fisheries in global ecosystems and economies, we are driving positive change through innovative strategies. These efforts not only contribute to the preservation of marine biodiversity but also support the livelihoods of local communities and ensure the long-term sustainability of seafood supplies. Read more: https://bit.ly/48RQrcZ 

One of our contributions to Harveststrategies.org, I personally find it a fascinating topic that needs more lay language for stakeholders to follow without feeling overwhelmed by the technicalities. Here is my attempt, special thanks to all the experts who were willing to chat and explain. Masyarakat dan Perikanan Indonesia (MDPI Foundation)

Creating a Sustainable Future for Fisheries through Measured Fishing (PIT) A few months ago, I had the opportunity to be directly involved in the modeling of Measured Fishing in Indonesia. Today, I would like to invite you to gain a deeper understanding of the concept behind this quota based policy. This policy is not just a technical measure, but part of a wider perspective aimed at encouraging more responsible and sustainable fisheries management. What is Measured Fishing all about? Measured Fishing is a quota based policy that manages fish resources in a way that is: ·    Measured: Based on scientific data and the current status of fisheries resources. ·    Efficient: Reducing the “race to fish”, a practice that often leads to overfishing. ·    Sustainable: Protecting marine ecosystems for future generations. This approach also plays a critical role in combating Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated Fishing (IUUF) through strict oversight, the use of monitoring technologies, and transparent reporting of catches. Expected Positive Outcomes ·    Marine Ecosystem Sustainability: Preserving fisheries resources and maintaining the balance of the food chain. ·    Economic Improvement: Increasing Non-Tax State Revenue (PNBP) and providing business certainty for industry stakeholders. ·    Fishermen’s Well-Being: A transparent quota system creates a more stable and fair business environment. Challenges to Overcome While the Measured Fishing policy holds great promise, it also faces several notable challenges, including: ·    Infrastructure Preparedness: Modern fishing ports, data processing technology, and effective monitoring systems. ·    Public Outreach: Educating traditional fishermen and industry stakeholders about the benefits of Measured Fishing. ·    Law Enforcement: Ensuring consistent penalties for violations to function as a preventative measure. A Holistic Approach, Not Just a Policy The Measured Fishing policy also opens up valuable opportunities for business diversification and innovation within the fisheries sector, including: ·    Developing value-added products through advanced processing techniques. ·    Improving the global competitiveness of Indonesian fishery products. ·    Empowering coastal communities by generating employment opportunities in the processing, distribution, and marketing of fishery products. Measured Fishing is more than just a policy, but a shared vision for building a more sustainable, productive, and a balanced future for the fisheries sector. #PenangkapanIkanTerukur #MeasuredFishing #Sustainability #MarineIndustry #LegalCompliance #EconomicEmpowerment

🌊🐟 We're thrilled to announce our latest guest blog post by Kai Garcia Neefjes from Masyarakat dan Perikanan Indonesia (MDPI Foundation): "The Harvest Strategy – A Game Changer for Sustainable Fisheries Management." Explore how innovative strategies are transforming the future of tuna fishing, balancing ecological sustainability with economic viability. #SustainableFishing #TunaConservation #HarvestStrategies #ManagementProcedures https://lnkd.in/grmvmqyp

Overfishing is hardly a secret — over 37% of marine fishery stocks are fished unsustainably, and that number has been increasing since the 1970s. However, our largest state, Alaska, is the gold standard for sustainable fishing. Yet, most of its $4.7 billion market is shipped overseas. Fortunately, the Wild Alaskan Company is focused on delivering more of that abundant fish to consumers across all 50 states. Check out the TriplePundit article below to learn more! #sustainablefishing #fisheries #alaskanfisheries #salmon #salmonfisheries #sustainableseafood

The fishing industry inflicts immense suffering on countless animals. Fish farms may seem like a sustainable solution, but they harm marine ecosystems, pollute water, and create crowded, stressful conditions for fishes. Meanwhile, wild-caught fishes deplete fragile populations and disrupt ocean balance. We must urgently rethink seafood consumption. Choose plant-based options for sustainable choices that help reduce animal suffering and protect aquatic animals. 🐟 #AnimalWelfare #FishWelfare #AquaticAnimals #SustainableEating

Overfishing and non-selective and destructive fishing methods are major topics, especially when it comes to reflecting upon the state of the ocean. It is no surprise that many of the targets to be achieved to meet the obective of the Sustainable Development Goal 14 (Life Below Water) – to conserve and sustainably use the ocean - as agreed by the United Nations, relate to better fisheries management. And while „many fisheries are stable in their unsustainability“, the science is quite clear about the destructive nature of various trawl fisheries, in particular bottom trawling. The latest Report "The Trawl Supremacy" by OceanCare provides a comprehensive understanding of the diversity of trawl fisheries and the impact and scope of bottom trawling globally. I recommend it to you. It is a fascinating read. Eye-opening and scary at the same time. It addresses the impact it generates contributing to 🐢 huge bycatch rates and biodiversity loss 🌎 climate change 🌊 long-term ecosystem damage etc. It is really interesting to learn about the top countries when it comes to gross amount of landings from bottom trawling. ➡ Seven out of 10 are in Asia But when it comes to the percentage of seafood caught per fisheries practice in specific regions, ➡ 5 out of 10 waters belong to countries in Africa and two in Europe. And when you question where such caught „seafood“ is ending up, you can be assured that the predominant amount caught in African waters is exported or – even more likely – already caught by foreign fleets. The conclusion won’t surprise you, but after reading the report you will be even more convinced about the urgency and importance to end destructive fisheries, such as bottom trawling. Within marine protected areas (MPAs), at least, to begin with. The Fisheries Action Plan by the EU Commission, published in February 2023, is a promising path, which makes EU Member States to ban bottom trawling in MPAs by 2030. And some NGOs and institutions, such as ClientEarth, Bund für Umwelt und Naturschutz Deutschland e.V. (BUND Bundesgeschäftsstelle), Ocean Vision Legal have started legal proceedings addressing the failure by EU Member States in context to continued bottom trawling. Please also support OceanCare's call on governments around the world to end destructive fishieres by signing the #Petition! Because our Planet is Blue! ➡ www.ourplanetisblue.org Report "The Trawl Supremacy": https://lnkd.in/d6ehvp-F #BanBottomTrawling #OurPlanetIsBlue #TrawlSupremacy #SDG14