Evaluating the catch efficiency for common sole with the mandatory trawl gear used in the Kattegat Sea
Regulation outside of gear specifications is needed for this common sole fishery with no additional selective device that will increase retention.
Assessing the effect of seafloor plastic litter on fishing economic performance and commercially important Mediterranean species
Study suggests a threshold level of seafloor plastic litter density to ensure the sustainability and profitability of commercial fishing.
Study: Malaysia’s wild fish catch is stagnating while aquaculture surges
A new study finds aquaculture is driving growth in Malaysia’s aquatic food sector but that reforms are needed to ensure sustainability.
MarinTrust streamlines certification by recognizing GSSI-certified fisheries
GSSI-certified fisheries now meet MarinTrust’s key pre-check, reducing duplication and streamlining certification for marine ingredients.
Assessment of two octopus stocks with fluctuating dynamics in Yucatán, Mexico
Study concludes that average total latent productivity (TLP) is the correct sustainable harvest rate for fluctuating stocks like octopus.
Investigating population abundance estimations for ichthyoplankton in the Yellow Sea
Study provides a framework to evaluate practical sampling designs to estimate the abundance indices of target ichthyoplankton species in surveys.
In Canada, the smolt wheel is proving to be a well-rounded solution for salmon migration and conservation
Smolt wheels are helping scientists in Canada track salmon migration, assess river health and guide long-term conservation strategies.
Key features and trends from a systematic review of multi-species fisheries
A comprehensive review of the application of multi-species models in fisheries research, highlighting geographic and species-specific uses.
Biodegradable fish aggregating device may help tuna fisheries cut plastic pollution
Spanish marine tech firms launch an industrial-scale biodegradable fish aggregating device to cut ocean plastic pollution in tuna fisheries.
Projecting the shift of chub mackerel spawning grounds from climate change in the Western North Pacific Ocean
Study results can help estimate and predict chub mackerel distributions during early life stages, subsequent exploitable abundance and fishery production.
ALI report spotlights emerging animal welfare practices in commercial fisheries
The Aquatic Life Institute highlights animal welfare innovations for fisheries, linking humane practices to sustainability and product quality.
Recovery signs for Pacific bluefin tuna have fishers and farmers celebrating
Catch limits, quotas and aquaculture have helped rebuild Pacific bluefin tuna fisheries after the spawning stock biomass plummeted to a historic low.
Impact of climate change and economic development on the catches of small pelagic fisheries
An understanding of the impacts of climate change and economic expansion on small pelagic fisheries offers insights for scientific fishing strategies.
Report ties government subsidies to overfishing, urges stronger fisheries management
OECD report warns subsidies risk fueling overfishing and illegal fishing, and urges targeted funding to strengthen fisheries management.
Scientists in Norway explore biodegradable fishing gear to tackle plastic pollution in the ocean
Scientists in Norway are developing biodegradable fishing gear to reduce plastic pollution in the ocean and prevent harmful microplastics.
How can geospatial information systems strengthen the blue economy?
An open data platform may make ocean data accessible and actionable through location analytics, digital maps, dashboards and web portals.