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Net cuttings waste from fishing in the North-East Atlantic: best practices for mitigation
Title (original)
Net cuttings waste from fishing in the North-East Atlantic: best practices for mitigation
Description
On behalf of the Swedish Agency for Marine and Water Management, KIMO International conducted a survey of harbour authorities and fishers from four countries in the North Sea region in order to explore challenges and solutions to reducing the volume of waste net cuttings from the fishing industry that end up in the sea. This report presents an analysis of background research and of the results from the survey, including feedback gained through face to face interviews. Information was gathered about the sources of net cuttings and practices that mitigate inputs to the marine environment. Fishers and harbour authorities contributed valuable information about current work practices, attitudes towards disposal of cuttings, and evaluation of remedial measures. Recommendations for next steps for national governments, ports and fishers are also provided in the report. The surveys, a best practices guide and a set of awareness-raising materials have been developed to accompany this report.
Authors
Ryan Metcalfe, Arabelle Bentley
Publication year
2020
Resource type
Best practices
Language
English
Areas of knowledge
Waste prevention & management from fishing, aquaculture and ports
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