Overexploitation in the North East Atlantic
In recent years total combined catches of mackerel, Atlanto-Scandian herring and blue whiting have exceeded scientific recommendations by more than 5.3 million tonnes.
North East Atlantic pelagic fisheries had their MSC certification suspended in 2019 and 2020.
Until quota sharing agreements are made between countries in the region, the issue of overexploitation will continue.
The MSC is calling on all states that harvest North East Atlantic mackerel, blue whiting and Atlanto-Scandian herring to make good on their commitment to secure a long-term agreement and protect these stocks into the future.
Read the latest press release:
The challenges facing North East Atlantic pelagics explained
News
Experts discuss the future of North East pelagic fish stocks
The MSC recently brought together experts from science, management, and the seafood sector to address new and creative ways to unlock the NEA quota sharing impasse.
Report
North East Atlantic pelagic fisheries report
The long term future of North East Atlantic pelagic fish stocks can be secured if mechanisms for agreeing quotas are reformed, says a new report.
Article
Quota sharing agreement in urgent need
Get the full background on the issue of overexploitation in the North East Atlantic.
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