Fisheries
Improving understanding of a threatening toxin in Pacific fish
Ciguatera, which is primarily contracted from reef fish, is considered a growing threat to food security, livelihoods, and public health in the region.
Moving beyond donor dependency: lessons from PNA
If national governments and regional organisations in the Pacific want to achieve long-term sustainability, they must move beyond the donor-driven model, writes Dr Transform Aqorau.
Non-profit wants to see action on electronic monitoring at Pacific Tuna Commission meeting
The Pew Charitable Trusts wants to see action on electronic monitoring at Pacific Tuna Commission meeting in Fiji.
New research finds marine protected areas benefit communities
The study found MPAs are economically beneficial to both fishing and tourism as Palau plans to shrink its marine sanctuary in bid to improve commercial fisheries revenue. Audio
Rock lobster industry voluntarily lowers quota to aid fishery's recovery
Habitats of the Gisborne spiny rock lobster have been impacted by increased sediment deposition as a result of extreme weather including recent cyclones.
Sealord moves to acquire Christchurch-based Independent Fisheries
Fishing company Sealord has entered into an agreement to buy Independent Fisheries, which could make it New Zealand's biggest seafood business.
Plans to make fishing sector more profitable and cut emissions
Plans to grow the fishing industry by developing jobs and investing in new technology while adapting to a changing climate have been released by the government.
Marine conservationist hopeful about new Fiordland fishing limits
The Fiordland Marine Guardians say new recreational fishing rules will hopefully help to rebuild hard-hit fisheries and maintain them into the future.
