Fishing is a worldwide activity, with many cultures harvesting seafood as a main source of protein. But fishing has also led to depleted ocean wildlife populations, a situation known as overfishing.
Fishers, conservationists and scientists all want to ensure healthy marine ecosystems. But each group has different priorities. Fishers are interested in maintaining their livelihoods, while conservationists seek to prevent the extinction of species that people depend on for food. And scientists focus on ensuring that freshwater and saltwater fisheries are sustainable—that is, they can provide healthy seafood for years to come.
The vast majority of Earth’s waters don’t belong to any one nation, making them the “high seas.” High-seas fisheries often involve nations that have competing economic interests and may not always agree on how to manage them. To solve this problem, 17 regional fisheries management organizations (RFMOs) have formed to develop and implement international regulations for the high seas. These agreements can cover a range of topics, including fishery catch limits and specifications for types of fishing gear.
The RFMOs’ work is crucial, as demand for fish continues to increase and the number of wild fish has declined. Using sustainable fishing methods will allow us to continue to rely on the ocean for a nutritious and abundant food source. But if we continue to remove wildlife from the sea faster than they can reproduce, we risk losing these important resources for generations to come. Click through the article to learn more about sustainable fishing and aquaculture practices.
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