AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAquaculture & Fisheries Policy: Malaysia is discussing how to tackle long-running shrimp export restrictions to Thailand (since 2017) and new Thai curbs on Malaysian siakap (barramundi) exports, with officials also weighing drought and El Niño risks to food production. Marine Environment & Impacts: A marine heatwave is driving a major downturn in local brown crab catches around Ventnor, with warmer water linked to lower oxygen and reduced crab larvae survival. Illegal Fishing & Wildlife Harm: A report says illegal shark finning by Chinese longline tuna vessels has been repeatedly landed in Dakar, despite widespread bans, adding pressure to already fast-declining shark populations. Fish Health & Disaster Response: Colorado Parks and Wildlife shared how staff and USFWS evacuated and relocated thousands of trout from the Leadville National Fish Hatchery during the Willow Fire. Community & Sector Support: Ghana’s fisheries minister is backing a seven-year programme to empower women across the fisheries value chain, focusing on post-harvest roles and barriers to finance and resources. Coastal Safety & Remembrance: Maine launched its first statewide Commercial Fishing Remembrance Day, with coastwide ceremonies honoring fishermen lost at sea. Women in Fisheries: The Ghana initiative targets inequalities affecting women processors, traders and carriers from 2026-2032.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result. Feedback is welcome. Please let us know if you have any comments or suggestions about the AGP Executive Report.
Perspectify News
