What are sustainable fisheries?

Sustainable fisheries refer to fishing practices that are designed to maintain healthy fish populations and the overall ecosystems in which they thrive. This approach focuses on the long-term viability of fish stocks and aims to prevent overfishing, ensuring that fish populations can reproduce and replenish themselves adequately. Sustainable fisheries also take into account the health of the marine environment, recognizing the interconnection between fish species and their habitats.

By emphasizing practices that consider ecological balance and the needs of both fish populations and the communities that depend on them, sustainable fisheries support biodiversity and the resilience of marine ecosystems. This sustainability fosters not only the continued availability of fish as a resource but also protects the livelihoods of those who rely on fishing for their economic well-being and cultural heritage.