Collaborative Fisheries Management Area (CFMAs)
Our network facilitates the establishment and management of a Collaborative Fisheries Management Area that spans multiple BMU jurisdictions. This approach enables coordinated efforts in managing fisheries resources.
Key Features
- Seasonal and area closures
- Gear restrictions
- Joint patrols and monitoring
- Data collection and sharing
- Harmonized regulations
- Management of wider areas
Success Metrics
80%
Reduction in Illegal Fishing
15+
Participating BMUs
120+
Joint Patrols Conducted
Current Initiatives
Octopus Fishery Management
Our flagship initiative focuses on sustainable octopus fishery management through temporary reef closures, which have demonstrated significant increases in octopus size and abundance, leading to higher income for local fishers.
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