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Fishing Industry
Community and Society
Ministry of Blue Economy’s Position on S.I. No. 57 of 2021
The Ministry of Blue Economy and Civil Aviation hereby provides clarity on the matter of Statutory Instrument No. 57 of 2021, which now allows for the participation of permanent residents in the fishing industry of Belize.
Environment
Managed Access Program continues to promote good fishing
The program aims to end open access to resources across Belize’s marine ecosystems by licensed commercial fishermen. Open access fishing allows licensed fishermen to harvest marine species (that are not protected by law) unrestrictedly, and this has resulted in overfishing, causing populations of certain species to decline over the years.
Business & Economy
New FAO project seeks to strengthen fisherfolk organizations in seven Caribbean countries
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) will launch the Developing Organizational Capacity for Ecosystem Stewardship and Livelihoods in Caribbean Small-Scale Fisheries (StewardFish) project this week.
Community and Society
Ambergis Caye Fishing Guide Association holds a consultation at San Pedro Lion’s Den
The Ambergris Caye Fishing Guide Association (ACFGA), held a meeting at the San Pedro Lion’s Den on Wednesday, September 13th.
Business & Economy
Fishermen seek help after Hurricane Earl
Hurricane Earl’s impact resulted in soaring losses for fishermen, especially those of Caye Caulker Village.
Arts & Culture
SPHC presents the History of the Fishing Industry in San Pedro
The San Pedro House of Culture (SPHC) has launched a new exhibit showcasing the history of the fishing industry in San Pedro.
