The Total Allowable Catches advice for mackerel confirms Irish worst fears

Published 2024년 10월 3일

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The article discusses the challenges facing the Irish pelagic fishing industry due to a recommended 22% reduction in mackerel Total Allowable Catches (TAC) by ICES, compounded by a previous 26% quota transfer to the UK post-Brexit. The mackerel stock is under severe pressure from increased fishing by Nordic countries and Russia, who have set unilateral quotas and fished in international waters, often resulting in poor-quality catches. Norway's fishing in UK waters due to depleted stocks in its own waters further exacerbates the issue. The upcoming Coastal States negotiations are expected to be contentious, with Irish fishermen urging the EU to address these irresponsible actions to prevent stock collapse and ensure fair agreements that respect historical fishing patterns.

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Mackerel TAC advice confirms Irish worst fears. The scientific advice for mackerel issued by ICES confirms the fears of Irish pelagic fishermen. The 22% advised reduction in Total Allowable Catches (TAC) will result in a further significant cut in the Irish mackerel quota for 2025. In combination with the unjustified transfer of 26% mackerel quota to the UK under Brexit, this represents a serious threat to the future viability of the fleet. The ICES advice has indicated the mackerel stock to be under severe pressure with a steepening decline in biomass. The size of the stock has fallen while fishing effort in northern waters on larger and older fish has increased exponentially, particularly in the summer months when traditionally little fishing occurred. In taking stock of the advice, Dominic Rihan, CEO of the KFO said: “The blame for the dire state of the stock lies firmly with the Nordic countries that have set unilateral quotas in the last number of years and massively ...

Source: Fish Focus