Spain: The MAP establishes the fishing possibilities for yellowfin tuna in the Indian Ocean

Published 2024년 4월 9일

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In a significant move for sustainable fishing, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food in Spain has announced the allocation of fishing quotas for yellowfin tuna in the Indian Ocean for 2024. Spain has been granted a quota of 42,473.97 tons, accounting for 60% of the EU's total allowable catches of 73,078 tons, as determined by the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission. This decision is part of a broader regulation by the Council of the European Union aimed at promoting sustainable fishing practices from 2024 to 2026. Currently, 15 Spanish tuna vessels, which are certified for quality and safety, have been authorized to operate in this region. This initiative not only ensures Spain's supply of fish protein but also aids in the economic development and job creation in the Indian Ocean countries, highlighting Spain's commitment to sustainable and responsible fishing practices.

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The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food has allocated the fishing possibilities for yellowfin tuna in the Indian Ocean for 2024 and has updated the specific census of freezer tuna seiners authorized for tropical tuna fishing, by order of the General Secretariat of Fisheries published yesterday in the Official State Gazette. Spain has a quota of 42,473.97 tons of yellowfin tuna for this year, which represents 60% of the Total Allowable Catches (TAC) assigned to the European Union (EU) -73,078 tons- the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (CTOI). Currently 15 Spanish tuna vessels have access to yellowfin fishing in this area, a fleet that is strategic not only for Spain, due to the continuous supply of high-quality fish protein, but also for the Indian Ocean countries that benefit from the generation of employment and economic development in the area. These tuna vessels have quality seal certification that, among other elements, ensure compliance with good working conditions and ...

Source: Agrodiario