Last Updated on May 10, 2024, 2:42 AM AST by Anthony Morris
Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis: The Ministry of Agriculture has distributed fish pots with installed biodegradable panels, along with a training on their use in the Fish Pot workshop to ensure a sustainable future of marine ecosystems.
The workshop was held on last Tuesday and hosted by the Department of Marine Resources. The event was organised under the COASTFISH Project, funded by JICA.
The Minister of Agriculture, Samal Duggins expressed his delight for the success of this productive workshop. It was an initiative towards the management of marine resources and the coasts.
“Through the distribution of fish pots fitted with biodegradable panels and extensive training on their use, we are not only preparing our fishermen to become custodians of our oceans, but also revolutionizing the way we manage marine resources off our coasts,” Minister Duggins said.
Notably, the seminar focused to empower the fishermen by providing them with the essential resources and tools. This event enabled them to take over the charge in revolutionizing marine resources management practices.
Through this workshop, the government of twin-island Federation came one step closer to the sustainable future of the marine ecosystem with the collaborative efforts of the coastal communities. It will promote a sense of unity and responsibilities between the fisherfolks.
“By the collaborative efforts of JICA and our fishing communities, we are driving positive change in marine resource management. This workshop is a testament to our commitment to preserving our marine ecosystems and promoting sustainable fishing practices,” Minister Duggins added.
Moreover, the biodegradable panels will be utilized to address the issues in the marine life and tackle the problem of ghost fishing and promote a sustainable fishing practice. The government of St. Kitts and Nevis committed to transform the country into a sustainable island and therefore, they are supporting the farming and fishing communities with all possible tools and resources.
Recently, the fishermen and fisherwomen of the country have earned over fifteen million dollars in the previous year. They were commended for their untiring efforts and contribution to fulfil the aim of 25 by 25 agenda.
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