Sustainability is the way. In this and all industries, however, fishing activity is becoming essential since the proportion of the overexploited fish category continues to be around 30%.
Additionally, more than 55% of the world’s reefs are being threatened by destructive overfishing. These are an important source of food and livelihood for different communities around the world that live near the coast.
The threats facing fish populations have to do with many factors. Among those that stand out are: a greater demand for seafood, inefficient fishing systems, an unsustainable overfishing, that is, catching more fish than the marine world can support.
But not all is lost. Methods can still be implemented to make this activity more friendly and less harmful to the environment.
Below we share some recommendations:
- Set your goals
It is important to determine long-term goals as it will directly influence the methods chosen to improve fish health and growth, as well as the fishing experience. This is the first step in the fishery management process.
- Create a plan
It is a comprehensive approach to managing individual lakes, ponds and fish populations using a range of proven tools and techniques. In this phase, objectives, budget and management options are analyzed and, with the help of a fisheries biologist, a realistic management approach is chosen.
- Perform quality tests
Electrofishing is a fish sampling tool used to collect fish population data that allows pond managers to make accurate decisions and improve techniques. Water quality also plays an important role in keeping both fish and the ecosystem healthy. With the right environment, you will lay the foundation for healthy fishing. Water quality can be analyzed throughout the year, but it is best to consult the global calendar.
- Add supplements
Installing beneficial non-invasive plant species around the perimeter of the pond provides habitat, shelter and food for a wide variety of organisms. These fit well with long-term fisheries management as they do not require expensive herbicides for control. Finally, a fish cover provides the necessary shelter for the small ones and the desired hunting habitat for the larger ones.