| Surviving the Fisheries Crisis |
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| Written by Kiki Hubbard | |
| Tuesday, 18 November 2008 | |
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We know our fisheries are in trouble. As conscious eaters, we do what we can to avoid eating fish at risk. Some of us even carry around one of those handy cards in our wallets -- you know, the one that lists "good fish" and "bad fish" in separate columns. Like these from the Monterey Bay Aquarium. But it's not all doom and gloom says a new report published by the Environmental Defense Fund called Oceans of Abundance. First the bad news: The report is made up of studies that illustrate the troubling situation of our oceans. Most of the world's fish populations continue to decline rapidly. And around the globe a billion people depend on seafood for much of their diet. In fact, a quarter of our fish populations are already ruined and thousands of fishermen have lost their jobs as a result. In some cases, they're catching more jellyfish than desirable seafood. Now the good news: The Environmental Defense Fund brought together leading scientists and politicians to come up with solutions. One of their top recommendations is to focus on "catch shares," which are a proven way to reverse current trends by supporting both fish populations and the fishing industry. Here's the gist: Catch share programs allow fishermen to own shares, or quotas, of the overall scientifically determined catch so they have a direct financial stake in the fishery. They can sell these shares, or buy them from other fishermen. As the fishery recovers, shares grow in value, giving fishermen a vested interest in the health of the ocean. And the working group is certain that the U.S. Congress and new President can ensure these catch shares work. They recommend legislation that requires catch shares be considered in all fishery management plans by 2012. "This is one environmental crisis that President-elect Obama can actually solve in the near-term," says Secretary Norm Mineta, Departments of Commerce (2000-1) and Transportation (2001-6). Read the full report here. Source: Environmental Defense Fund
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I think the easiest way to do our part to save the oceans is still to just stop eating fish!
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It's true what our moms said...we are what we eat. In fact, it's truer than they thought. What I eat doesn't just affect me anymore, it affects all of us.
Unfortunately, the story of food can sometimes be complicated. But envirovores help each other out...which is why this blog will be bringing you news, tips, and information about food and the environment every step of the way.
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