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🌊 Understanding the Unreliable Environment and Fisherman Catch Record Data 🎣 In the bustling world of fishing, it is essential to gather accurate information about catch records for various purposes such as research, conservation, and management efforts. However, it is crucial to navigate through the challenges posed by the unreliable nature of the fishing environment. Let's take a closer look at this topic and suggest some strategies to mitigate potential issues. The unpredictable and ever-changing nature of the fishing industry can make it challenging to obtain reliable catch record data. Factors such as weather conditions, "human error", and varying reporting methods contribute to the inherent unreliability. This variability can hinder efforts to monitor fish populations, assess the health of marine ecosystems, and make informed decisions about fishing practices. To address these challenges, several strategies would help improve the reliability of fisherman catch record data: 1️⃣ Standardization 2️⃣ Training and Education 3️⃣ Technological Solutions 4️⃣ Data Validation 5️⃣ Collaborative Partnerships 6️⃣ Independent Compliance and Scientific Fisheries Observers onboard fishing vessels over 20 meters length. By navigating the challenges imposed by the unreliable fishing environment and implementing these strategies, we can work towards a more accurate understanding of fish populations, marine ecosystems, and sustainable fishing practices. The presence of a Compliance and Scientific Fisheries Observer onboard fishing vessels is the only way to promote responsible data collection and management, leading to effective fisheries conservation and informed decision-making. 🐟🌍 #fisheries #fisheriesmanagement #ocean #oceanconservation #sustainablefishing #marinelife #sustainable #compliance #science

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10 years of work all came together this week Two years ago the 11 fishing companies in the Danmarks Pelagiske Producentorganisation made a groundbreaking decision to go all in on embracing the potentials of using CCTV, REM and advanced digital technology to document fishing activities, generate and collect scientific data on fish stocks and the marine environment and secure consumers transparent information for traceability throughout the supply chain. Over the last 24 months, we have consulted intensively with colleagues in the fishing sector, NGOs including Tænketanken Hav, and authorities in Denmark and across the EU and beyond. We have teamed up with private partners Integrated Monitoring, Inc., SeaMech A/S, Seasat A/S on designing and developing a bespoke comprehensive system that secures 100% documentation of fishing operations while respecting GDPR legislation and the integrity of crew and companies. A dynamic system that will allow us to collect a ocean of data relevant to fisheries science, to reduce climate impacts and accelerate sustainable management of marine resources. An advanced system that will allow us to integrate novel technologies including AI as they mature (research projects with AAU already running OptiFish). A system that allows DPPO to deliver on our strategic targets and ambitions for being leaders in marine science, spearheading the expansion of ecosystem-based fisheries management, and securing carbon-neutral fishing by 2040. It’s been an intense process with legal, technical, political, and ethical challenges on the way.     This week we have finally launched Fully Documented Fisheries. All our vessels are now providing CCTV and data feeds to the Danish fisheries control authorities and to our databases for scientific research.   This is not a pilot project, not a test, nor a trial – it is full on long term commitment to transparency on all vessels. It is not the government nor the EU - it is an initiative taken solely by the DPPO members.      Fully Documented Fisheries is the result of more than 10 years of discussions within our membership and with partners all over the pelagic community and beyond, it's great to see it all finally come together.  The last few days I’ve been glowing with pride, it’s an honor and a privilege to represent some of the most progressive fishing companies on the planet and to work with our in-house team of dedicated and tireless experts Lise Laustsen Claus Reedtz Sparrevohn Mette Florentin Mathias Søgaard Thomas Wenzel Kruse   Read more about Fully Documented Fisheries here https://lnkd.in/d8Wjkszd

Indonesia will launch a satellite network to monitor marine areas for illegal fishing and manage conservation areas. The effort will involve a constellation of 20 nanosatellites, which are set to be sent into orbit in July, reports Basten G.. The satellites will be complemented by a fleet of sea drones. “[The aim] is to have a region where conservation used to be passive [now] becomes actively managed,” Aulia Riza Farhan, the ministry’s data director, told Mongabay on the sidelines of an event in Jakarta earlier this year. “That means we will know exactly the updated situation and condition [of marine and fisheries resources], and know how to properly utilize it for either tourism or for small-scale fisheries, aquaculture, so that we can know for sure that the purpose of conservation isn’t to just shut off an area, but to provide economic benefits.” Challenges such as budget cuts and low compliance among fishing companies underscore the need for technological solutions to protect Indonesia’s vast marine areas, writes Gokkon. Indonesia unveils plan to launch a satellite network for maritime monitoring: https://lnkd.in/gZ6-d3tR

Safeguarding ocean resources and ensuring thriving ocean ecosystems benefits all of us—and is essential to the coastal communities that rely on nearshore fisheries for sustenance and coral reefs for coastal protection. Across the world, local communities are leading efforts to restore and protect these resources using traditional knowledge and practices refined through centuries of observation. Today, modern technology allows these communities to easily integrate and analyze local, indigenous and modern fishery data and management options to ensure the long-term health of these valuable resources. Introducing FishKit 🎣 🐟 FishKit is an easy-to-use, science-based decision-making app that puts local fishery data and management interventions at users’ fingertips. 🐟 FishKit promotes transparent decision-making and management interventions that have proven to work in small-scale fisheries. 🐟 Applying FishKit can help to ensure that harvest levels are sustainable, so fishery populations are able to replenish. Learn how local leaders and fishers are using FishKit to develop and implement sustainable fisheries management plans in Hawaiʻi and the Pacific, and how to use the free online app at: https://lnkd.in/eaiF9VPa. #fisheries #oceanmonth #FishPono

Amazing!! Integration of technology in fisheries to monitor and improve sustainability is the future. These EDF projects are awesome and #5 in the article (Sonora,Mex) is so close to where we are working on bycatch management. Yet… there are still more opportunities not being fully addressed to incorporate technology to reduce bycatch of protected marine mega fauna like the work of ny favorite colleague Jesse Senko with solar LED lights. Let’s put a bit more focus on integrating technology to SSF to reduce bycatch AND create demand for seafood that utilizes technology for more responsible fishing!

In connection with the latest development where the parliament has approved new EU fisheries control rules under which all EU fishing vessels will be monitored and their catches will be reported electronically, to ensure full traceability; Fish-X Consortium Partners are thrilled to extend a warm invitation to our upcoming webinar:   🌟 Title: Preparing for the future: Small-scale Fisheries Digitalisation in the Baltic Sea and Northern Sea 📅 Date: Friday, October 27, 2023 🕙 Time: 10:00 – 11:30 am (CEST)   It's completely FREE! Just register here: https://lnkd.in/e_R7-dNF   🐟🌍 This webinar is your gateway to understanding the vital role of small-scale fisheries (SSF) in the Baltic Sea and Northern Sea. We’ll dive deep into the potential benefits and challenges of digitalisation in SSF, discuss real success stories from these regions, and encourage knowledge sharing among key players – fishers, policymakers, scientists, and tech providers.   Don't miss this incredible opportunity to: Gain insights from fisheries experts Learn more about SSF challenges in the Baltic Sea and Northern Sea Embark into the digital era of fisheries!    🌊🐟 Join us for an Ocean of Insights! 🐠🌊   #FishXWebinar #SustainableFisheries #Digitalisation #BalticSea #NorthernSea #IndustryLeaders WWF (European Policy Office), EU Tech Chamber (EUTECH), TransMarTech S-H , CLS Group (Collecte Localisation Satellites), CLS Sustainable Fisheries Management, north.io GmbH, Sciaena, OURZ | Truth in foods, ANP/WWF, WWF Mediterranean Marine Initiative, WWF-Adria