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Aviso, Heart Valerie C., Niel Jade P. Caalim, J.oanna Marie S. Garin, and Ramil A. Purog. "Challenges of Small-Scale Fisherfolks In Accessing Technical Support in San Sebastian, Samar." International Journal of Social Science and Human Research 08, no. 06 (2025): 3948–59. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15590177.
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Fishing is one of the major livelihoods of people living in the Philippines due to its abundance of aquatic resources. While numerous studies had been conducted to identify the major challenges of small-scale fisherfolks, none had paid particular attention to their difficulties in obtaining technical resources from the government and non-governmental entities and investigated only the extent of effectiveness of different support programs for small-scale fisherfolks. This phenomenological study explored the complexities and unique experiences of acquiring necessary resources for the fisherfolks using ten (10) participants purposefully selected from the fishing industry of San Sebastian, Samar. Through thematic analysis, the findings revealed that politics and bureaucracy posed a significant challenge for the small-scale fisherfolks. Meanwhile, limited information and inconsistent government support were the major factors that hindered efficient access to resources.
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Amadu, Iddrisu, Frederick Ato Armah, and Denis Worlanyo Aheto. "Assessing Livelihood Resilience of Artisanal Fisherfolk to the Decline in Small-Scale Fisheries in Ghana." Sustainability 13, no. 18 (2021): 10404. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/su131810404.
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The concept of livelihood resilience provides a unique framework for understanding challenges in complex social–ecological systems (SESs) and fostering sustainability. Despite the crises many small-scale fisheries (SSFs) are facing, few studies have operationalized the concept in the context of declining SSFs in developing countries. This study aims to assess the resilience of artisanal fisherfolk livelihoods and its predicting factors in three fishing communities—Elmina, Jamestown, and Axim—in Ghana. A total of 1180 semi-structured interviews were conducted with fishers, fish processors, and mongers. Descriptive and multivariate statistical techniques were used to analyze the data. The results show that the livelihood resilience of fisherfolk increases with an increased level of education and varies by gender. Male fisherfolk with secondary/post-secondary level education had the highest proportion (50%) of more resilient livelihoods. Only 36% of female fisherfolk with secondary/post-secondary level education had more resilient livelihoods. While 40% of male fisherfolk with no formal education had less resilient livelihoods, the livelihoods of half (51%) of females fisherfolk with no formal education were less resilient. The sociodemographic characteristics including wealth status, dependency ratio, marital status, religion, and ethnicity; contextual factors (community); and other relevant factors (experience in fishing, membership of fisherfolk association/group, and beneficiary of livelihood interventions) were found as predictors of the resilience of fisherfolks livelihoods. The findings suggest that interventions towards improving the livelihood resilience of fisherfolk need to consider individual- and household-level characteristics, as well as contextual factors such as marital status, religious affiliation, ethnicity, wealth status, dependency ratio, community, etc.
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Dereza, Zacharia H., and Salvador Jr. Sigaya. "Well-Being of Fisher Folks in Rural Coastal Communities." International Multidisciplinary Journal of Research for Innovation, Sustainability and Excellence (IMJRISE) 2, no. 5 (2025): 324–38. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15411755.
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<strong>Abstract:</strong> Small-scale fishing plays a vital role in the culture, identity, and social life of rural coastal communities. Despite its significance, there is limited understanding of how fishing impacts the subjective well-being of fisherfolks. This study aimed to assess the well-being of fisherfolks in selected rural coastal areas for the Calendar Year 2025. A descriptive method was used, employing a validated self-made questionnaire distributed to 56 respondents. Results showed most respondents were older females with relatively high family income and varied fishing experience. Overall, well-being levels in areas such as positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and accomplishments were very high. However, positive emotions had the lowest mean score, signaling underlying challenges. These may include economic uncertainty, environmental issues, and emotional fatigue. To address this, programs that enhance financial stability and promote social support are recommended. Training on sustainable fishing and community-based activities can boost morale and skills. Improving these factors can make fishing a more fulfilling and sustainable livelihood. Keywords: Fisherfolk well-being, rural coastal communities, livelihood sustainability
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Abasiekong Etuk, Ekanem, Susana Ben Ohen, Francis M Nwosu, and Idiong C Idiong. "Multidimensional Poverty Assessment Of Small-Scale Fisherfolks In Cross River State, Nigeria." Global Journal of Agricultural Sciences 24, no. 1 (2025): 57–66. https://doi.org/10.4314/gjass.v24i1.7.
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This study assessed the multidimensional poverty status of small-scale fisherfolk in Cross River State, Nigeria. Using the Multidimensional Poverty Assessment Tool (MPAT) and data from 175 households. The methodology employed a multi-stage sampling technique, and data were collected through structured and semi-structured questionnaires. The study revealed a high incidence of multidimensional poverty, with 76% of households experiencing deprivation in at least three essential dimensions. The Alkire-Foster method was used to derive the multidimensional poverty index. The results show that the aggregate multidimensional poverty index (MPI) was 0.388 and 0.345 for K=0.3 and K=0.5, indicating that many respondents were multidimensionally poor. The intensity of poverty was 0.510 and 0.538 for K=0.3 and K=0.5, respectively. The study identifies domestic water supply, gender and social equality, housing, clothing, energy, and farm assets as key dimensions of poverty. Pearson's correlation analysis reveals significant relationships between these dimensions and healthcare (r = 0.377, p < 0.05), education (r = -0.220, p < 0.05), and non-farm assets (r = 0.181, p < 0.10). Binary logistic regression analysis identifies age (Exp(B) = 0.968, p < 0.05), agricultural zone (Exp(B) = 1.987, p < 0.01), and possession of fishing assets (Exp(B) = 0.391, p < 0.10) as significant factors influencing multidimensional poverty. Based on the findings, this study recommends that policymakers and development organizations prioritize interventions aimed at improving domestic water supply, promoting gender and social equality, and enhancing access to farm and non-farm assets (fishing assets).
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Previero, Marilia, Carolina V. Minte-Vera, and Rodrigo Leao de Moura. "Fisheries monitoring in Babel: fish ethnotaxonomy in a hotspot of common names." Neotropical Ichthyology 11, no. 2 (2013): 467–76. http://dx.doi.org/10.1590/s1679-62252013000200016.
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The lack of a long term, comprehensive and reliable fisheries statistics system is a major impediment to fisheries management in Brazil. Fishing is one of the main activities throughout the country's coast, with predominance of small-scale, artisanal, multigear, and multispecies captures that are landed in a pulverized network of coastal villages. Brazil is also a hotspot of common names, another feature that challenges artisanal fisheries' monitoring. We combined taxonomic and ethnobiological information to support the implementation of an artisanal fisheries' monitoring program under the co-management framework of a Marine Extractive Reserve in Bahia State, Northeastern Brazil. We surveyed 141 fishing landings, recording 86 fish species (43 families) and 52 correspondences 1:1 between local and scientific names. Broad folk categories had an average of 5.1 specific names, with "cação" (shark) being the category with more specific names (24 names to six biological species). With the exception of species that make up the bycatch captured by shrimp trawling, fisherfolks are able to identify commercially important species from both fresh specimens and photos. Common names can be reliably used in fisheries monitoring programs, and their usage facilitates the participation of fisherfolks in surveys based on voluntary or compulsory declarations of captures
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Prysthon, Adriano. "FISHERIES ABUNDANCE OF THE LINE AND HOOK SMALL SCALE FISHERIES OF THE CENTRAL COAST OF BRAZIL." Revista Brasileira de Engenharia de Pesca 10, no. 2 (2017): 53. http://dx.doi.org/10.18817/repesca.v10i2.1386.
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A challenge of the marine small-scale fisheries (SSF) that requires immediate attention is the uncertainty of how the activity affects and is affected by the changes in ecological and social dynamics. Understanding the fisheries dynamics and strategies allows not only the comprehension of fish yield seasonality but also provides subsidies for the ecosystem approach of fisheries (EAF) on the possible impacts it may cause. This study aimed to describe the fishery dynamics of the hook and line fisheries on the major stocks exploited by SSFs on the central coast of Brazil (Baixo-Sul region, Bahia). 5,092 landings by the SSF fleet were evaluated between 2004 and 2008. The main abundance index (annual and monthly average CPUE) was evaluated and compared (ANOVA and Tukey at 5%). The finding that (i) the high selectivity of hook and line and absence of bycatch and, (ii) the stability of the monthly mean CPUE indicated that the hook and line SSF in the region studied may not significant environmental impact. This result emphasizes the importance that the information generated may represent for the decision making process to confront the possible impacts and conflicts of the use of the marine coastal environment, as well as the need for the effective participation of fishers in the co-management models in the future and improve better public policies aimed at the fisherfolks. These results also contribute to the construction of co-management models based on EAF.
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Corpuz, Joy Tricia Mae, Reynald Cacho, Brenda Villamor, Maria Gracia Samson, and Ma Shiela Simat. "Unfolding women’s role in small-scale fishing community in The Philippines toward formulating a gender-sensitive local government policy." Otoritas : Jurnal Ilmu Pemerintahan 13, no. 1 (2023): 30–43. http://dx.doi.org/10.26618/ojip.v13i1.9911.
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Women have a crucial role in the fishery value chains, from pre-fishing to post-fishing activities; however, the lack of sex-disaggregated local level data aggravates the women’s invisibility and marginalization in the informal fishing industry and community. Generating local knowledge and representation, this study presents women’s role and challenges working in small-scale fisheries in Perez, Quezon, Philippines. Fifty female fisherfolks from the said sector participated in this case study. The results from the field survey indicate that the participants widely dispersed to inland capture fisheries, marine capture fisheries, non-food use production and food fishery production categories. The results also showed that the respondents are scattered across the value chain: active fishing, processing, subsistence fishing, marketing, and pre-fishing activities, in varying intensity and pattern. In contrast to stereotypes that exclusively associate women to gleaning invertebrates, the majority target fish species and other marine invertebrates. Environmental, socio-economic, personal and gender factors are the common constraints that limit their productivity, output, and more importantly their equitable roles and identities. Although coming from a small fishing community, the findings of this study may provide baseline information for relevant local government agency to further intensify profiling on the grounds and to strategically implement gender-sensitive mainstreaming programs.
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Owusu, Victor. "Effect of rising fuel prices on small-scale fisheries livelihoods and marine sustainability in Ghana." PLOS ONE 20, no. 1 (2025): e0317260. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0317260.
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This study investigates the effects of fuel price hikes on the livelihoods of small-scale coastal fisherfolk in Ghana. The study applied a mixed-methods approach consisting of a questionnaire survey of 320 fisherfolk and 20 interviews with stakeholders in the fisheries sector. Increase in expenses, reduced frequency of fishing, an upsurge in social vices, and declining small-scale fisheries opportunities were found to be the main effects of fuel price hikes on fisherfolk livelihoods. The results reveal that fisherfolk experienced financial, emotional and psychological shocks due to the high cost of fuel. Dependency on savings, borrowing, petty trading, migration and farming were found to the main coping strategies. However, the various livelihood coping strategies deployed by fisherfolk were not sufficient to ameliorate their economic hardship. The findings show that fuel price hikes can contribute to reduction in fishing pressure and overcapacity despite the current socioeconomic hardship experienced by fishing households. The study recommends interest-free loans to support fisherfolk who are already engaged in small businesses. The provision of supplementary livelihoods could also improve fisherfolk’s income and well-being.
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Borrás, Marvin Fonseca, and Vivienne Solís Rivera. "Implementing SDG 14 Under Principles, Ethical Values, and Environmental and Economic Justice for Small-Scale Artisanal Fishermen in Costa Rica." Marine Technology Society Journal 56, no. 3 (2022): 25–30. http://dx.doi.org/10.4031/mtsj.56.3.14.
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Abstract In Costa Rica, as in other countries, vulnerability and marginalization experienced by small-scale artisanal fishermen, fisherwomen, and mollusk collectors are the result of the absence of a human rights‐based approach to marine conservation and development in the coastal areas. Usually non-formality, absence of tenure and access rights, bad health services, and low education compared to other productive sectors are part of what fisherfolks experience. This commentary shares how working in a long-term and integral way with these communities and incorporating a human rights‐based approach strengthens the contributions that the sector provides toward the sustainable use of the fishing resource of their marine territories with dignity, equity, and justice, especially in the context of SDG 14, the Ocean Decade, and 2022 as the International Year of Artisanal Fisheries and Aquaculture. Born during the COVID pandemic, the initiative of a fair and equitable Sea Market for the fishing products of these small-scale communities supported by CoopeSoliDar RL 1 and the Marine Responsible Fishing areas and marine territories of life network in Costa Rica is today a concrete example of how a fair and just market can contribute positively to the objectives of sustainable development and the fundamental elements contained in the Convention on Biological Diversity, preservation of the natural environment, sustainable use, and fair and equitable distribution of benefits.
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Siguan, Andrew A. "Developing Livelihood Resilience through Adaptive Strategies and Government Interventions during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study on the Small-Scale Fishermen in Tacloban City, Philippines." Philippine Social Science Journal 5, no. 4 (2022): 68–80. http://dx.doi.org/10.52006/main.v5i4.603.
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With the onset of the pandemic, small-scale fishermen (SSF) in the country have become even more vulnerable to multiple adverse stressors. It is important to remember that fisher households have minimal assets, and their ability to mitigate the effects of crises and shocks is restricted. This study aims to enhance our understanding of livelihoods by using the idea of resilience as an analytical tool in examining the different aspects of fisherfolks' adaptive systems during the pandemic and the role of the government in bolstering their livelihood resiliency. This qualitative study utilized a multimethod case study design, and for the data analysis, I utilized Clarke and Braun's six phases of thematic analysis. Four major themes were uncovered in the study: assets and livelihood resiliency; livelihood challenges and stressors in the pandemic; SSF with adaptive strategies vs. without adaptive strategies; and Government's role in SSF livelihood resiliency. The study produced findings on resiliency and adaptive strategies pertaining to livelihoods in the context of a pandemic. The study found that SSF who diversified during the pandemic were more robust in their livelihood than SSF who did not have any adaptation techniques applied during the pandemic.
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Philippine Journal of Crop Science, Anna Gale C. Vallez, Lucille Elna P. De Guzman, Jessica D. Villanueva-Peyraube, Rico C. Ancog, and Annalissa L. Aquino. "Sustainability Assessment of the Local Knowledge Systems and Climate Change Adaptation of the Abaknon in Capul Island, Northern Samar, Philippines." Philippine Journal of Crop Science 49, no. 3 (2024): 1–15. https://doi.org/10.63568/vol49iss3pp1-15.
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Small islands are the least likely to contribute to climate change but are the most likely to be affected by its adverse impacts. Capul is one of the small islands in the Philippines which is found to be prone to storm surges and coastal erosion, as brought about by climate and weather disturbances. Its agricultural landscape is dominated by coconut while small-scale fishing is the most dominant form of livelihood. Local knowledge systems play an important role in the Abaknon’s livelihood and adaptation practices to climate change. Their intimate knowledge of the island’s biophysical environment and farming systems has helped them to conserve the natural resources of the island. The study assessed the local knowledge, beliefs, and climate change adaptation practices of the Abaknon through development of a composite sustainability index which was informed by direct field observation and field interviews. The results showed that the Abaknon’s local knowledge systems, together with other important social, economic, and environmental indicators are acceptable with an index value of 0.78, a good sustainability level. The study was also able to identify critical indicators that may pose threat to the environment such as ageing farmers/fisherfolks, high coastal population, low interest and entry of young people into agriculture, fair condition of live coral cover, and decreasing diversity of fish species.
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Mallalieu, Kim I., and Candice V. Sankarsingh. "RECONCILING ADULT EDUCATION NEEDS FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: THE CASE OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO SMALL SCALE FISHERIES." Problems of Education in the 21st Century 52, no. 1 (2013): 72–83. http://dx.doi.org/10.33225/pec/13.52.72.
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The critical role of fisheries to food security and coastal livelihoods, as well as its impact on dwindling marine resources, motivate an examination of the degree to which education and training needs in the fisheries sector are met. This paper investigates the specific case of Trinidad and Tobago small scale fishers, a particularly vulnerable population whose livelihoods are bidirectionally linked to sustainable development. The challenges of declining fish stocks, increasing market prices and the fierce competition presented by technology-based fishing techniques, present a persuasive case for context-appropriate education and training for Trinidad and Tobago small scale fisherfolk. Research was conducted to examine the training needs of these fisherfolk, as articulated by key industry stakeholders, including the fishers themselves; and to set these needs off against available training provisions. A reconciliation strategy for education and training was developed to respond to the needs of the industry as well as to the Caribbean priorities of sustainable development and fisheries management. Key words: small scale fisheries, sustainable development, training needs specification.
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Owusu, Victor, and Moses Adjei. "Politics, power and unequal access to fisheries subsidies among small-scale coastal fisherfolk in Ghana." Ocean & Coastal Management 214 (November 2021): 105920. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ocecoaman.2021.105920.
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Caldas, Juan Pablo, Laura Jaramillo, and Andrés Felipe Navia. "Small-scale fisherfolk organizations: Do current conditions facilitate their effective contribution to the value chain?" Marine Policy 171 (January 2025): 106423. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.marpol.2024.106423.
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Baco, Michelle B. "Exploring fisherfolk community readiness for cooperative engagement in the Global South." Journal of Infrastructure, Policy and Development 8, no. 12 (2024): 6389. http://dx.doi.org/10.24294/jipd.v8i12.6389.
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Cooperatives have become significant contributors to the realization of the Sustainable Development Goals No. 1: No Poverty. Transitioning associations to cooperatives is crucial for promoting sustainable economic development, empowering communities, and enhancing collective well-being. This research assessed the readiness of Small-Scale Fisheries (SSF) communities in the Global South to form a cooperative. This research employed an exploratory research approach in six coastal Barangays of Batad, situated in the 5th District of Iloilo Province. The findings indicated that respondents have a slight level of awareness with regard to the advantages and economic advantages associated with becoming part of a cooperative. On the other hand, there was a clear difference in members’ perceptions of the benefits and financial returns that comes with belonging to a cooperative. According to the study, females are more likely to support the association’s move towards a cooperative structure, especially younger individuals. The main issue highlighted was the lack of skilled officers and inadequate resources and training for association members. A lecture on Cooperative Awareness and capability trainings on financial management, bookkeeping, and credit management should be organized in order to increase associations readiness to be a cooperative.
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Baco, Michelle B. "Exploring fisherfolk community readiness for cooperative engagement in the Global South." Journal of Infrastructure, Policy and Development 8, no. 12 (2024): 6389. http://dx.doi.org/10.24294/jipd.v8i11.6389.
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Cooperatives have become significant contributors to the realization of the Sustainable Development Goals No. 1: No Poverty. Transitioning associations to cooperatives is crucial for promoting sustainable economic development, empowering communities, and enhancing collective well-being. This research assessed the readiness of Small-Scale Fisheries (SSF) communities in the Global South to form a cooperative. This research employed an exploratory research approach in six coastal Barangays of Batad, situated in the 5th District of Iloilo Province. The findings indicated that respondents have a slight level of awareness with regard to the advantages and economic advantages associated with becoming part of a cooperative. On the other hand, there was a clear difference in members’ perceptions of the benefits and financial returns that comes with belonging to a cooperative. According to the study, females are more likely to support the association’s move towards a cooperative structure, especially younger individuals. The main issue highlighted was the lack of skilled officers and inadequate resources and training for association members. A lecture on Cooperative Awareness and capability trainings on financial management, bookkeeping, and credit management should be organized in order to increase associations readiness to be a cooperative.
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Bergonio, Emerson, Rico Ancog, Hildie Maria Nacorda, Agnes Rola, Leonardo Florece, and Maria Victoria Espaldon. "Fisheries Management Arrangements and Socio-ecological Conditions of Otolithes ruber (Bloch & Schneider, 1801) Fishery in San Miguel Bay, Philippines." Journal of Environmental Science and Management 27, no. 2 (2024): 42–60. https://doi.org/10.47125/jesam/2024_2/05.
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This study analyzed the prevailing fisheries management arrangements of coastal municipalities along eight major policies, using 32 indicators, as they influenced the socio-ecological condition of Otolithes ruber fishery in San Miguel Bay, Philippines. Key Informant Interviews and Focus Group Discussions were conducted among local government officials and members of Municipal Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Management Councils across seven municipalities. On-board surveys and observations (fishing trips) were conducted from the selected barangays surrounding the Bay. Morphometric characteristics of O. ruber samples were assessed in terms of size (length and weight), sex type, and sexual maturity. The level of development of fisheries management in San Miguel Bay municipalities is still in established and strengthened status. While expectation in the aspects of legislation and regulations and restrictions were partly met, more areas on fisheries management still need improvement particularly in terms of coastal management planning, law enforcement, and monitoring and evaluation. With the prevailing fisheries management arrangements and policies, O. ruber contributed to about 2%-2.5% to the total catch and its trend is declining yearly. Overfishing and decline of fish stock were evident in the Bay that can be attributed to unregulated, destructive and illegal fishing activities. Resource use and access conflicts among varying and increasing number of fisherfolk were also among the challenges in the Bay. Both municipal and commercial fisherfolk compete for fishing ground that resulted to changes in fishing practices and efforts and inequalities in distribution of benefits (catch and income) across the municipalities. The adverse changes in the coastal habitats and decline in fish stocks and/or catch among small-scale fisherfolk currently observed in San Miguel Bay require for a unified fishery ordinance and comprehensive coastal and fishery management plan to ensure integrated or collaborative conservation efforts.
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Roy, Aparna, Angshuman De, Md Aftabuddin, et al. "Analysis of Health Ailments and Associated Risk Factors in Small-Scale Fisherfolk Community of Indian Sundarbans: A Cross-Sectional Study." Indian Journal of Community Medicine 49, no. 2 (2024): 360–66. http://dx.doi.org/10.4103/ijcm.ijcm_906_22.
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Background: Small-scale fishers of Indian Sundarbans depend on open-water fisheries for their livelihoods. They often face health, occupational, and safety issues in their profession due to environmental, socio-economic, and policy changes. The morbidity pattern and related risk factors are important indicators of well-being for any community, hence applicable to small-scale fishers of Sundarbans. The present study was designed to assess patterns of morbidities, associated risk factors including occupational health hazards, and treatment-seeking behavior of small-scale fishers in the Indian Sundarbans. Material and Methods: Household surveys, focused group discussions, and personal interviews were conducted through a predesigned pretested structured questionnaire. Associated risk factors and the nature of seeking treatment were considered during the data collection covering 650 individuals from 132 fishers’ families. Results: Morbidities were more frequent in males (39.33%) than in females (28.5%). The fever (31%) was the most dominant reason for morbidities followed by ocular ailments (23%), musculoskeletal disorder (20%), dermatological ailments (17%), and respiratory illness (9%). The highest morbidities (25%) were recorded in the age group of 21-30 years in males while that was 20% in the 11-20 years age group in the case of the females. Physical labor for fishing activities predisposes to health ailments of the studied population. Conclusions: The prevalence of morbidity among the fishermen community was found to be 28.5%. The understanding of the morbidity profile of a population in general and specific age groups of both sexes in specific sheds light on the vulnerability of working groups that will help for effective healthcare planning and resource allocation.
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Ching, Abigail Ann Alano, Myrna Benita Zamora Luna, and Janice Alano Ragaza. "Post-harvest processing practices of small-scale fisherfolk from Rosario, Cavite, Philippines: Physicochemical and microbiological properties of tuyo." BIO Web of Conferences 136 (2024): 02002. http://dx.doi.org/10.1051/bioconf/202413602002.
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Dried, salted fish (Sardinella spp.), locally known as tuyo, is a Filipino food staple. Pandawan fisherfolk consider tuyo processing as their main source of livelihood. This study determined the relation of post-harvest practices with the physicochemical and microbiological quality of tuyo. Tuyo processing involves receiving, washing, salting, rinsing, sun-drying, pressing, cooling, and packaging. Although the documented tuyo processing complied with the code of practice, processors needed to follow Good Manufacturing Practices. Moreover, tuyo had lower salt content (7.77–9.08 %NaCl), higher water activity (0.79–0.81), and aerobic plate count (7.82– 8.36 log CFU/g) compared to national standards. Its yeast and mold count (3.58–3.66 log CFU/g) and histamine levels (134–141 ppm) were elevated but within the standard. The final product characteristics may be attributed to GMP non-compliance and high raw fish (aerobic plate count: 6.59–6.69 log CFU/g) and process water (heterotrophic plate count: 10.43 log CFU/mL, total coliform count: >3.20 log MPN/mL, and fecal coliform count: >3.20 log MPN/mL) microbial load. The lack of appropriate fish processing facilities and training programs impedes improving the safety and quality of tuyo. Continuous local government support would aid in ameliorating tuyo, ensuring the production of safe and sustainable foods.
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Abakah, Samuel, and Victor Owusu. "Impacts of Illegal Fishing and Ocean Dependence on the Livelihoods of Coastal Fisherfolk in Ghana." Ghana Journal of Geography 15, no. 1 (2023): 198–225. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/gjg.v15i1.9.
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This paper investigates illegal fishing practices and their impacts on the livelihoods of small-scale coastalfisherfolk. A qualitative case study approach was employed, consisting of 53 semi-structured interviews withfisherfolk and key stakeholders in the fisheries industry. The results reveal that the use of unapproved nets,chemicals, explosives, detergents, and light fishing, are the main illegal fishing practices. These illegal fishingactivities have resulted in overfishing, decline in fish catch, and the destruction of the marine ecosystem.Fishermen's intensification of light fishing together with the application of chemicals and explosives as alivelihood strategy to avoid decreasing fish catch and low income are unsustainable. Illegal fishing activitiesthreaten the sustainability of coastal fisheries and the livelihoods of fishing households. The implications of thefindings relate to the necessity of reducing illegal fishing practices and rebuilding coastal livelihoods. Werecommend the strict enforcement of fisheries laws related to illegal fishing and the provision of complimentaryjobs during lean fishing season.
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Garrido, Marco Z. "Commitment and Contradiction: The Philippine Tuna Trade and the War on Terror." Journal of Peacebuilding & Development 1, no. 2 (2003): 63–76. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/15423166.2003.832707323707.
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The US-led war on terror has made global security the foremost international priority. The true measure of international commitment to this goal will be whether and how it extends to areas of national interest, particularly in the economic domain. The campaigns for and against the Andean Trade Preference Expansion Act both invoke commitments to security which, upon scrutiny, prove to be specious. Both the US and the Philippines argue variations of the popular contention that greater trade will lead to greater security. In reality, greater trade in the Philippine fisheries sector has contributed to both the food and livelihood insecurity of low-income Filipinos and small-scale fisherfolk. It would seem that policies justified in the name of security more truly serve elite national economic interests. Where elite national interest trumps international commitments, contradictions become apparent and undermine the moral claims of the war effort.
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Rani K, Usha, Ismal T. Md, and Padmaja B. "Socio-Economic and Health Assessment of Fisherwomen in Bhimavaram, West Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh: India." Journal of Women Empowerment and Studies, no. 41 (December 13, 2023): 29–40. http://dx.doi.org/10.55529/jwes.41.29.40.
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The study aims to comprehensively assess the socioeconomic and health status of fisherwomen residing in Bhimavaram, a locale with a profound connection to the fishing industry. Historically, fisherwomen have played a pivotal role in this sector, yet they confront multifarious challenges and are often marginalized within India's social fabric (Gadagkar, 1992). Bhimavaram, situated in Andhra Pradesh, boasts an advantageous position within the fishing sector, courtesy of abundant water resources and favorable climatic conditions, fostering diverse cultural practices. The fisheries industry holds immense significance in the state's economy, particularly in enhancing the socioeconomic well-being of small-scale fisherfolk. This research entails interviews with 150 individuals to gain insights into the current circumstances and future prospects of fisherwomen in Bhimavaram. Additionally, it seeks to evaluate their present and anticipated economic conditions. The findings from this study will not only shed light on the challenges faced by fisherwomen but also provide valuable data for policymakers and stakeholders, facilitating targeted interventions and support to uplift this community and enhance their overall wellbeing.
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Cajucom, Norman. "Agricultural Insurance in the Philippines: Innovative Product Development and Scale-Up Amid Climate Risks and Other Hazards." Transactions of the National Academy of Science and Technology 43, no. 2021 (2022): 1–27. http://dx.doi.org/10.57043/transnastphl.2021.2395.
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The Philippines, an archipelago situated in the Pacific Ring of Fire and the typhoon belt, is highly vulnerable to natural disasters. The continued global warming experienced in the country in the past years shows a trend of climate changes that have caused casualties and losses in agriculture and properties. One of the solutions to address the negative effects of climate change is agricultural insurance. The Philippine Crop Insurance Corporation (PCIC) is a government institution that has served as the country’s sole provider of traditional crop insurance since 1981. However, because of PCIC’s limited resources, the private sector’s participation in the agricultural insurance business is necessary to increase the number of farmers, fisherfolk, and other stakeholders protected with insurance. The issuance of rules and regulations for private agricultural insurance operations and the formation of a Public-Private Partnership composed of the PCIC and private insurance companies are vital strategies to scale-up agricultural insurance business in the country. Further, to improve the agricultural insurance program, innovative/index-based agricultural insurance products, such as Weather Index-Based Insurance (WIBI) and Area-Based Yield Index Insurance (ARBY), have been developed and piloted with funding from donor agencies. New products such as the Yield Insurance Products for High-Value Crops (a hybrid of traditional, ARBY, and WIBI schemes), initially for coconut, coffee, and cacao crops could enable the PCIC and private insurers to provide insurance services at lesser loss adjustment cost and with a faster settlement of claims. Challenges to a successful and sustainable implementation of the new products need to be met, namely the (1) development of the required data infrastructure; (2) acquisition of advanced weather equipment and technologies for crop modeling and experimentation; and (3) collaboration with government research institutions and state colleges and universities to undertake science-based modeling and experimentation for the development of various weather indices/parametric for crops, fisheries/aquaculture, and livestock. Further measures to strengthen the existing agricultural insurance program include (1) integrating plans for agricultural insurance in the development and implementation plans of all concerned government institutions involved in agriculture, fisheries, and forestry sectors and (2) organizing small farmers and fisherfolk to undertake collective farming and business activities as they cannot cope with rapid changes in climate on their own that affect their livelihood.
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Saba, Abdulwakil Olawale, Victor Oscar Eyo, Isa Olalekan Elegbede, et al. "Sustaining the blue bounty: Fish food and nutrition security in Nigeria's evolving blue economy." AIMS Agriculture and Food 9, no. 2 (2024): 500–530. http://dx.doi.org/10.3934/agrfood.2024029.
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<abstract> <p>Fish is a key component of Nigeria's protein supply, making up about 40% of the nation's protein intake and considerably aiding in the achievement of the second Sustainable Development Goal of feeding the expanding population. Despite its importance, Nigeria's fish production and supply cannot keep up with demand. While total fish output has increased from 1,073,059 tonnes in 2014 to 1,169,000 tonnes in 2018 and is expected to reach 1,275,000 tonnes by 2030, there is a great supply gap. Fish production not only affects food security but also the national economy and employment. Notwithstanding, the fisheries sub-sector suffers several difficulties, such as poor management, a deficient fisheries policy, overfishing, diminishing catch, and a lack of technical know-how among fish growers and fishermen. Thus, exploring untapped aquaculture potential and managing small-scale fisheries effectively are necessary to close the gap between the demand for and supply of fish. The fish output situation can be improved by enforcing fisheries policy and regulations, increasing investments in ethical fisheries and aquaculture, and providing sufficient training for fish farmers and fisherfolk. To reduce waste associated with the limited number of fish now produced, post-harvest losses must also be addressed. By solving these issues and putting in place the necessary actions, Nigeria can increase its fish production, strengthen its food security, and accomplish the sustainable development goals in its evolving blue economy.</p> </abstract>
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Ahern, Molly B., Shakuntala Haraksingh Thilsted, Marian Kjellevold, et al. "Locally-Procured Fish Is Essential in School Feeding Programmes in Sub-Saharan Africa." Foods 10, no. 9 (2021): 2080. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/foods10092080.
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Fish make an important contribution to micronutrient intake, long-chained polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acids (n-3 LC-PUFAS), and animal protein, as well as ensuring food and nutrition security and livelihoods for fishing communities. Micronutrient deficiencies are persistent in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), contributing to public health issues not only in the first 1000 days but throughout adolescence and into adulthood. School feeding programs (SFPs) and home-grown school feeding programs (HGSF), which source foods from local producers, particularly fisherfolk, offer an entry point for encouraging healthy diets and delivering essential macro- and micronutrients to schoolchildren, which are important for the continued cognitive development of children and adolescents and can contribute to the realization of sustainable development goals (SDGs) 1, 2, 3, 5, and 14. The importance of HGSF for poverty alleviation (SDG1) and zero hunger (SDG 2) have been recognized by the United Nations Hunger Task Force and the African Union Development Agency–New Partnership for African Development (AUDA-NEPAD), which formulated a strategy for HGSF to improve nutrition for the growing youth population across Africa. A scoping review was conducted to understand the lessons learned from SFPs, which included fish and fish products from small-scale producers, identifying the challenges and best practices for the inclusion of fish, opportunities for improvements across the supply chain, and gaps in nutritional requirements for schoolchildren which could be improved through the inclusion of fish. Challenges to the inclusion fish in SFPs include food safety, supply and access to raw materials, organizational capacity, and cost, while good practices include the engagement of various stakeholders in creating and testing fish products, and repurposing fisheries by-products or using underutilized species to ensure cost-effective solutions. This study builds evidence of the inclusion of nutritious fish and fish products in SFPs, highlighting the need to replicate and scale good practices to ensure sustainable, community-centred, and demand-driven solutions for alleviating poverty, malnutrition, and contributing to greater health and wellbeing in adolescence.
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Valerie C., Aviso, Heart, Caalim, Niel Jade P., Garin, J. oanna Marie S., and Purog, Ramil A. Purog, Ramil A. "Challenges of Small-Scale Fisherfolks In Accessing Technical Support in San Sebastian, Samar." International Journal of Social Science and Human Research 08, no. 06 (2025). https://doi.org/10.47191/ijsshr/v8-i6-02.
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Fishing is one of the major livelihoods of people living in the Philippines due to its abundance of aquatic resources. While numerous studies had been conducted to identify the major challenges of small-scale fisherfolks, none had paid particular attention to their difficulties in obtaining technical resources from the government and non-governmental entities and investigated only the extent of effectiveness of different support programs for small-scale fisherfolks. This phenomenological study explored the complexities and unique experiences of acquiring necessary resources for the fisherfolks using ten (10) participants purposefully selected from the fishing industry of San Sebastian, Samar. Through thematic analysis, the findings revealed that politics and bureaucracy posed a significant challenge for the small-scale fisherfolks. Meanwhile, limited information and inconsistent government support were the major factors that hindered efficient access to resources.
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Aguinaldo, Roxanne, and Aurelia Luzviminda Gomez. "Potential Participation of Fisherfolks in Tourism Activities in Samal Island, Mindanao, Philippines." Philippine Journal of Science 152, no. 1 (2023). http://dx.doi.org/10.56899/152.01.35.
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Small-scale fishers belong to the most vulnerable communities in developing countries. In the Philippines, small-scale fishers are among those with the highest poverty incidence. In Davao Region, the livelihoods of small-scale fishers can be seriously affected by constraints in fish catch, impacts of climate change, as well as the implementation of closed season ordinance. With this background, this study explores the potential of tourism on Samal Island as a source of supplemental income for fisherfolks. Specifically, this study aims to identify the factors that affect the willingness of fisherfolks to engage in tourism-related activities. Descriptive analysis and logit regression were utilized to analyze the data gathered from 100 fisherfolks. Results show that the majority of the respondents are willing to participate in tourism-related activities. Married fisherfolks and those with higher household incomes are more likely to participate in tourism-related activities. These results present opportunities for the tourism industry to employ workers from the fisheries sector. Results also reveal that participation in tourism-related activities is seen by fisherfolks as a potential source of supplemental income rather than a source of alternative income. Fisherfolks who are not willing to participate in tourism activities lack experience and interest in tourism, being used to fishing as the only source of livelihood, or have other sources of income. The local government unit is recommended to assess the training needs of fisherfolks and capacitate them to engage in tourism- related activities. This research provides significant findings from the perspective of the fisherfolks. Future studies can consider assessing community participation in general, which includes women, household members, and other community members. It is also recommended to conduct a study from the perspective of business owners in the tourism industry.
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"Assessment of government assistance among small-scale fisherfolks." International Journal of Biosciences (IJB), September 6, 2022. http://dx.doi.org/10.12692/ijb/21.3.36-42.
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Amponsah, Samuel K. K., Henry T. Apochie, and Rachael Ackah. "Understanding transactional sex among small scale fisherfolks in Ghana." Marine and Fishery Sciences (MAFIS) 38, no. 2 (2025). https://doi.org/10.47193/mafis.3822025010107.
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Despite its detrimental effects, transactional sex-for-fish is becoming more and more common in many African fishing states. The main objective of this study was to assess the dynamics of transactional sex among small-scale marine fisherfolk in the Axim, Apam, Dixcove, and Tema fishing communities along the coast of Ghana. Data were collected from March to May 2024 with the aid of a local facilitator through face-to-face questionnaires. Data obtained from 49 respondents covered sources of motivation, perceptions, causes, and effects of sex-for-fish transactions, and were analyzed using SPSS v27. Results showed that the majority of respondents (95.9%) acknowledged the existence of sex-for-fish transactions in these fishing communities. The primary motivations for engaging in sex-for-fish were the lack of money (34%), sexual factors (30%) and greed (18%). Main causes identified were poverty (51%), the need to pay off debt (13%), school dropout (12%) and poor parenting (12%). Major effects included death (31%), sexually transmitted diseases (22%) and teenage pregnancy (20%). Results highlight the urgent need to create credit facilities, educate the public about the harms of sex-for-fish transactions, and create alternate sources of income.
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"EXPLORING THE VULNERABILITY OF SMALL-SCALE FISHERFOLKS IN SELECTED BARANGAYS." Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development 7, no. 1 (2024). http://dx.doi.org/10.7454/jessd.v7i1.1235.
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Bergonio, Emerson L. "Fisheries and Biology of Otolithes ruber (Bloch & Schneider, 1801) Catch of Small-scale Fisherfolk in San Miguel Bay, Philippines." Annual Research & Review in Biology, April 6, 2023, 35–51. http://dx.doi.org/10.9734/arrb/2023/v38i230572.
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Otolithesruber (Bloch & Schneider, 1801) is one of the major fish catches in San Miguel Bay and its processing is a seasonal livelihood among coastal villages. This study documented and described the O. ruber catch of small-scale fisherfolks around the Bay through on-board survey and observation. Fishing trips from 10 September to 19 November 2018 demonstrated that fisherfolks used bottom-set gill nets and commonly explored the middle to the mouth of the Bay off Mercedes and Siruma to catch O. ruber and other species. The analysis of 434 composite fish samples bought from the fishing trips identified 222 female and 212 male fish individuals with TL of 19.14 + 0.11 cm and body weight of 70.76 + 1.46 g. The majority were already mature to spawning stages and gonads had no apparent lesions. The population’s reproductive capacity, based on the presence of numerous spermatocytes and oocytes, was presumed to be realized, but this may fail due to uncontrolled illegal fishing.
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Nurbani, Erlis. "Tracing the ‘Cultural’ Element of Small Fisher’s Definition in International Legal Frameworks and its Relevance to Small-fisher Legal Definition in Indonesia Laws." Journal of Marine and Island Cultures 13, no. 3 (2024). https://doi.org/10.21463/jmic.2024.13.3.04.
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Varied and un-uniform terminologies and definitions refer to subsistence fishing in Indonesia’s legal framework undermine the efforts to recognize and to protect small-fisher. Variety of terminologies and definitions of small-scale fishers are found in different pieces of legislation, spanning from Job Creation, Fisheries, Regional Autonomy, and Protection and Empowerment of Fisherfolks. This is impacting on how different authorized bodies perceived small-scale fishers and granted their rights. Therefore, this paper would assess it from the perspective international laws, tracing ‘culture’ as an important element of small-fisher from arbitration awards, Law of the Sea Convention 1982 (henceforth the LOSC 1982) and its implementing agreements, FAO Fisheries Laws, and the bilateral agreements under Article 51 paragraph (1) the LOSC 1982. Using doctrinal method, this research found that cultural element of artisanal fishing has been acknowledged in international legal frameworks, could be seen in the concluded bilateral agreements on the recognition of traditional fishing rights (henceforth TFR) in archipelagic waters, the South China Sea and Eritrea/Yemen arbitration awards, as well as non-binding FAO fisheries instruments. Therefore, to be consistent, Indonesia’s legal definition on artisanal fisher shall adopt the same approach.
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Vicente, Jesusito, Niño Jess Mar Mecha, and Jean Beth Jontila. "Understanding Local Perspectives on Climate Change and Its Impacts on Small-Scale Fishing Communities in Honda Bay, Palawan, Philippines." Studia Ecologiae et Bioethicae, April 29, 2024. http://dx.doi.org/10.21697/seb.5815.
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Climate change's adverse impacts are already evident, particularly in coastal areas. However, local perception that is essential in formulating policies for mitigating its impacts remains limited. Thus, this study evaluated the level of perception of small fishing communities on climate change and its impacts on livelihood and the environment. The data were obtained using a face-to-face survey with the aid of a structured questionnaire. They were interpreted and analyzed using the Likert point scale, descriptive statistics, and chi-square. A total of 308 male fisherfolks participated in the survey. Majority belong to age 51-60 years old (38%) and 61 years old and above (32%). Most of them (65%) finished elementary and generally (94%) rely on fishing for main source of living. As for income, 47% earned an estimated monthly income of Php 2,501-5,000 and 28% got Php 5,001-7,500. Most of the respondents are full-time fishers (89%) for more than 11 years (87%), and fishing within the municipal water (92%). Majority (90%) have an idea about climate change as reflected by their very high score in Likert Perception (24.3±2.3%). The climate change impacts perceived by the respondents include: increasing sea surface temperature (87%); fish are sensitive to changing climate (87%); and fossil fuel consumption contributes to climate change (84%). They said they got the information from TV/ Radio (99%) and social media (10%). The age (p-value < 0.0032) and source of information (p-value < 0.0348) are among the variables with significant relationship to the perception of respondents on climate change impacts. In total, it appears that majority of fishers are aware of the impacts of climates. It is suggested that effective management actions, such as emergency preparedness schemes and livelihood diversification should be explored to address the specific needs of fishing communities that are vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. Furthermore, an ecosystem-based approach that focuses on socio-economic dynamics and climate-induced changes in assessments and management is essential for the sustainable use of fisheries resources amidst the changing climate.
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Lee, Ming-An, Mubarak Mammel, Baker Matovu, et al. "Exploring cross-country externalities, viable resilience, and sustainability options for small-scale fishing communities in the tropics." Frontiers in Ocean Sustainability 3 (June 13, 2025). https://doi.org/10.3389/focsu.2025.1541847.
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IntroductionSmall-scale fishing communities are important for the development of emerging economies, sustaining livelihoods, and global food systems. However, the increasing human-environmental pressures are threatening the provision of these sustainability benefits. Unfortunately, limited research has been undertaken to comparatively explore the increasing vulnerabilities among fisherfolk and how sustainable transformations could be achieved.MethodsA mixed methods approach involving participatory interactions with coastal fisherfolk and sourcing/analysis of data on ocean circulation patterns and sea surface temperature from 2000 to 2020 was utilized. Participatory interactions were conducted with 230 and 209 fisherfolk in India and Papua New Guinea, respectively, to understand the level of vulnerability and possible viable options that could foster coastal fisherfolk sustainability and sustainable development.Results and discussionSmall-scale fisherfolk reported shared commonalities, especially in the fisheries systems, activities, and vulnerabilities. There is gender-specific specialization in fishing activities. Fishing is a job that embodies unique socio-cultural identities. Fisherfolk's identity is protected using century-long fishing methods. Most fisherfolk, especially in Papua New Guinea, predominantly possess low formal education and utilize semi-modern fish preservation techniques. Social-demographic vulnerabilities are increasing, such as the aging population. The declining fishing population leads to unsustainable livelihood futures. The burden of securing household livelihood often falls on a single individual. Increased vulnerability has increased the use of unsustainable fishing practices. Ocean circulation patterns are becoming extreme in all locations. Ocean temperatures have increased by 2 OC from 2000. From 2018-2020, the Indian Ocean Dipole increased to almost 1. Sea surface temperatures are increasing along the northwest fishing coast of India. Sea surface temperatures in northern fishing zones of Papua New Guinea are reducing. Additionally, increasing illegal and exploitative fishing by distant fleets was reported. Fisherfolk are experiencing a socioeconomic identity crisis. Hard and soft measures, including community-based fisheries rights and licensing of fishing operations, are reported, although with mixed results. This calls for collaborative governance mechanisms that are flexible and integrate the fisherfolk communities. Six sustainable leverage points are co-identified and co-created that can enhance sustainable marine fisheries transformations. The leverage points incorporate critical marine social science and fisheries science theoretical and conceptual perspectives and narratives. By incorporating the key components of the leverage points, the possibilities of aligning sustainable fisheries targets to regional and global blue transformation programs in Indian and Papua New Guinea could be initiated. In regions with small-scale fishing communities, findings revealed that although building resilience is complex, due to increasing human-environmental pressures in fishing zones, collaborative actions, including the recognition of the value of conventional fisherfolk, indigenous communities, and fisherwomen inclusion are critical. This helps in creating voluntary actions on sustainable fishing practices, governance, and management. To further drive social-natural science sustainability research in vulnerable tropical fishing regions, emphasis should be placed on conducting research that engages/captures the perspectives of the vulnerable fisherfolk.
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Owusu, Victor, Kofi Adu-Boahen, Sender Kyeremeh, Innocent Demalie, and Philip Eshun. "Factors influencing compliance of closed fishing season: lessons from small-scale coastal fisheries in the Central Region of Ghana." Humanities and Social Sciences Communications 10, no. 1 (2023). http://dx.doi.org/10.1057/s41599-023-01513-4.
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AbstractThis paper contributes to the literature on marine conservation and its implication for coastal governance and sustainability. The study investigates factors influencing fisherfolk compliance with the temporal fishing bans in Ghana. The purpose is to understand the factors influencing compliance behaviour to help design an improved conservation strategy to achieve management objectives. A mixed-method approach was employed, consisting of 200 household surveys and 17 in-depth interviews with stakeholders at the local, district, regional, and national levels. The results reveal that a combination of instrumental and normative factors influences fisherfolk’s compliance behaviour concerning the closed fishing season. Participation of fisherfolk and coastal communities in the fisheries management decision-making processes positively influenced compliance. The key drivers of non-compliance with the closed season emanate from a perceived lack of ecological effectiveness, lack of enforcement of sanctions, and lack of compensation for loss of income during the ban. The study suggests co-management that includes fisheries agencies and traditional authorities as a viable option for fisheries management and marine conservation initiatives. In addition, the paper recommends the introduction of conservation payment schemes alongside strict monitoring of the temporal ban on fishing.
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Nyavor, Samuel, Sandra Amposah, Victor Owusu, and Kwame John Boateng. "Compensation payment for fisherfolk during closed-season fishing: Lessons from small-scale fisherfolk in Ghana." Cogent Social Sciences 9, no. 2 (2023). http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/23311886.2023.2282502.
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Enema, Mira Fe, and Marissa Quezon. "Fisherfolk at the Crossroads: A Socio-Economic Analysis of Small-Scale Coastal Communities." Journal of Interdisciplinary Perspectives 2, no. 11 (2024). http://dx.doi.org/10.69569/jip.2024.0403.
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Much of the southern part of Negros is still uninhabited. However, it is an abundant location for fish production, which is the principal source of income among many fishermen in the Municipality of Binalbagan. Hence, this study was conducted to determine the socio-economic traits and challenges of 87 small-scale fishermen in Barangay Enclaro and Barangay Canmoros with a minimum of two years of fishing experience and at least one fishing boat. Using total enumeration, the study's results indicated that the number of fishing boats, type of gear utilized, and type of fish gathered all impacted the amount of money fishermen would earn. Fishing is the predominant income source for the people of Binalbagan but is highly vulnerable to weather fluctuations. Furthermore, most fishermen lived below the poverty line because their daily income did not cover all their expenses. A lack of extra money prevented many fishermen from putting their health first. On the other hand, only a small percentage of fishermen had access to hygienic living spaces, a steady water supply, and decent housing. Most of the fishermen and their children had only acquired a basic education. These vulnerabilities directly contradict the Global Sustainable Development Goals regarding poverty alleviation and economic growth. The study emphasizes the urgent need for comprehensive and sustainable development strategies that support economic resilience, environmental conservation, and social inclusivity to help these communities break free from poverty and achieve lasting stability.
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Oloko, Ayodele, Sarah Harper, Kafayat Fakoya, and U. Rashid Sumaila. "The multi-dimensional perspectives of taboos on gender roles of fisherfolk in the Global South." Maritime Studies 23, no. 1 (2023). http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s40152-023-00340-2.
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AbstractIn the Global South, small-scale fisheries may be highly influenced by taboos and traditional beliefs that are believed to maintain fishing pressure within sustainable limits, maintain ecosystem balance and mitigate risks associated with work at sea. However, despite their potentially significant role in mediating human-resource interactions, limited attention has been given to taboos in the context of small-scale fisheries. Among the socio-cultural taboos shaping participation in and benefits from fisheries activities, gender-specific taboos are particularly significant. Thus, this paper explores the role of gender taboos in sustainable and equitable small-scale fisheries management in the Global South. It also identifies and assesses the quality and scientific rigor of the key themes from the literature. A systematic literature review was conducted to assess the state of knowledge on taboos and small-scale fisheries and situate the role of gender-specific taboos within small-scale fisheries governance. Over 100 relevant publications were obtained and categorised using scanning and selection methods. The main emerging themes from the literature review included traditional ecological knowledge and taboos, conservation and management taboos, and gender taboos. The findings highlight the significance of taboos in shaping gender dynamics, livelihoods, and food security within small-scale fisheries; however, there remain many gaps in understanding the role of taboos in mediating fishing activities and in maintaining gender inequalities in the fisheries sector. Without this knowledge, gender inequalities could be further exacerbated where taboos are used as a management tool without considering the gender dimensions. This study, therefore, seeks to fill this gap by providing insights for fisheries managers and practitioners for managing fisheries in a way that considers these socio-cultural factors that shape access to, control over and the benefits derived from fisheries.
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Adjei, Moses, and Charity Arthur. "Ghanaian Couples’ Perceptions and Attitudes Towards Women’s Participation in Family Fishery Decisions and Practices." Journal of Comparative Family Studies, May 6, 2022. http://dx.doi.org/10.3138/jcfs.53.2.070.
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In the last few decades, there has been growing scholarly interest about the implications of women’s increased economic role on household decision-making dynamics. Contributing to these conversations, the current paper examines couples (wives and husbands) perceptions and attitudes towards women’s decision-making power in the context of Ghana’s small-scale fishery where both couples engage in the same economic activity, performing different, but complementary roles. The study involved interviews with 20 and 18 married female and male fisherfolk respectively, which was part of a larger study by the first author among fisherfolk in the south-western coast of Ghana. We show that accounts of perceived decision-making power of women varied by spouse. Using a gender lens, we show how both women and men discursively reproduced and challenged hegemonic gender discourses and relations in different contexts. We argue that exploring the gaps in couples’ account of women’s household decision-making power as well as their perceptions and attitudes towards such roles provides important ground to understanding the inconsistencies in the outcomes of programs targeted at women empowerment and gender equality.
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Morgera, Elisa, and Julia Nakamura. "Shedding a Light on the Human Rights of Small-scale Fisherfolk: Complementarities and Contrasts between the UN Declaration on Peasants’ Rights and the Small-Scale Fisheries Guidelines." SSRN Electronic Journal, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.3850133.
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Tadifa, Gezelle, Riza Jane Banicod, Deserie Peralta, Charlotte Ann Ramos, and Ulysses Montojo. "A Study on Postharvest Losses in Fisheries Owing to Changes in Market Supply and Demand in the Philippines." Philippine Journal of Fisheries, December 2022, 97–114. http://dx.doi.org/10.31398/tpjf/29.2.2020a0019.
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Market patterns and conditions can affect the economic value of fishery commodities; hence, they can contribute to postharvest losses. This paper primarily aims to provide information on the magnitude of losses incurred from changes in market supply and demand of economically important fishery commodities. Assessed capture commodities in selected landing sites and wet markets recorded an estimated loss of 3.98% and 0.44%, respectively. The total financial loss incurred in both supply chains amounted to PHP 480,160. Estimation of losses per commodity showed that landed sardines obtained the highest loss at 6.86%. This can be attributed to the oversupply of catch at the end of the closure period, leading to a drastic decrease in market prices. Minimal losses were documented in aquaculture at 0.33% and 0.23% for landing and trading, respectively, amounting to PHP 26,541. While lower retail prices could be beneficial to consumers, it could lead to a loss of revenue for fisherfolk. The government should, therefore, take measures to curb price collapses associated with market dynamics through Value Chain Analysis, the establishment of market linkages between producers and consumers, price regulating mechanisms such as the suggested retail price that should be area and species-specific, the establishment of cold storage and commercial-scale ice production facilities in strategic places, utilization of fish and fishery resources through the application of low-cost processing technologies, and provision of livelihood support to small-scale fisherfolk. These initiatives will ensure equitable benefit sharing from the fisheries industry and reduce postharvest losses and wastes across the supply chain in pursuit of food security.
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Samari, Mona. "2021-2030: A Decade of Possibilities for Those Working on Marine Conservation." Poplar & Ivy Fall 2021, September 22, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.54823/gj0czeso.
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The year 2021 marks a new systematic change in how the world's oceans and marine resources are managed through the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development. Changes are being made to understand and address the lack of equal representation among stakeholders which has stifled everything from ocean research to the marginalization of the members who operate small-scale fisheries. In addition, the next generation of stakeholders including: student researchers, local environmental advocates, and up-and-coming fisherfolk need to be engaged early on in the process. Part of the solution to address these challenges needs to be focused on bringing in and supporting smaller industry players who do not benefit from the economies of scale and the access to internet platforms that provide free unfettered access to share information and collaborate. One key group that required more funding is the youth interested in conservation. This decade will play a pivotal role in providing a unified framework across the UN system to help achieve ocean conservation.
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Adjei, Moses, and Padmore Adusei Amoah. "Emotions as a (dis)entangling factor in co-creating gendered decisions and practices among small-scale fisher couples in Ghana: towards new theoretical insights." Maritime Studies 24, no. 1 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40152-025-00407-2.
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Abstract Women experience the brunt of inequality in fishery tasks and decision-making despite their crucial contributions to the industry. This paper examines the micro-processes of gendered fishery decisions and practices based on interviews with 20 female and 18 male fisherfolk in coastal Ghana. The paper draws on a new materialist framing inspired by Deleuzian assemblage theory, which delineates the different tangible and intangible factors that work together (i.e., the assemblage) to shape attitudes, behaviours, and practices among a group of people. Dwelling on this theory, this paper highlights the role of women’s embodied feelings (as physically and emotionally expressed through fear, wobbly voice, and love) as they entangle with discourses of their emotionality and other non-human factors to co-create gendered fishery decisions and practices. The paper: (1) highlights the importance of moving beyond economic and bargaining models towards non-rational and emotional factors in explaining the complexities of couples’ decision-making and practices, (2) moves theoretically from the traditional understanding of emotions as cognitive or socially determined towards what emotions do within relations of socio-material, spatial and discursive contexts and how such assemblages could be untangled to address gender inequality in couple’s fishery decision-making and practices.
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Bossier, Sieme, Yoshitaka Ota, Ana Lucía Pozas-Franco, and Andrés M. Cisneros-Montemayor. "How much time and who will do it? Organizing the toolbox of climate adaptations for small-scale fisheries." Frontiers in Marine Science 12 (March 11, 2025). https://doi.org/10.3389/fmars.2025.1521526.
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Adaptation to climate impacts will be necessary for small-scale fisheries and fishers (SSFs) to safeguard their food security, livelihoods, and cultural heritage. SSFs are often vulnerable to environmental impacts due to the place-based, multi-scale and direct dependencies on local ecosystems, and generally fewer resources or abilities for relocation, diversification, and modification of their fishing practices. Strategic adaptation is therefore essential. This study emphasizes the timelines, requirements, and burdens of implementing existing and proposed adaptations, e.g., who pays, who does the work, and how long would it take? To categorize possible actions (tools) for analysis, we adapt the FAO climate adaptation framework and propose five areas of action: Institutional, Communication, Livelihood, Risk Resilience, and Science. Our results highlight two interconnected trends; first, the burdens and benefits of proposed climate adaptations are unevenly distributed, usually against fishers themselves. Second, there is a general lack of research focusing on the equity implications of current governance structures that de-emphasize fisher’s needs. This creates a lack of understanding among policy makers about the adaptation priorities of SSFs, and what resources or support they would need to implement them. We applied this framework to a case study involving octopus SSFs in Yucatán, Mexico. Interview results reinforce the finding that adaptation strategies that fishers thought would be most important for them (e.g. changes in policies/regulations to improve healthcare, reduce excess capacity, or reinforce fishing laws) were actions they could not often realize without external support; conversely, tools often proposed as “easier” by non-fishers (e.g. changing jobs, fishing gears, or going further out to sea) were not seen as particularly viable to fishers. Due to these mismatches, we argue there is a need to go beyond the classical focus on quantifying climate vulnerability towards a stronger emphasis on prioritizing adaptation strategies to meet the goals of fisherfolk themselves and aligning organizational and governance structures accordingly. The toolbox organization framework we propose can serve as an initial guidance for many fishing communities, decision makers and other stakeholders to anticipate implementation needs and find the right tools to adapt to future climatic conditions and prevent negative socioeconomic and ecological impacts.
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Johnson, B., A. K. Abdul Nazar, R. Jayakumar, et al. "Adoption of sea cage farming of cobia (Rachycentron canadum) by fishermen self-help groups as a diversified livelihood option: A success story from Ramanathapuram District, Tamil Nadu." Indian Journal of Fisheries 66, no. 3 (2019). http://dx.doi.org/10.21077/ijf.2019.66.3.67515-15.
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The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CMFRI) is the pioneer in developing the technology for cage fish farming in India . Cobia (Rachycentron canadum) grows relatively fast in cages and is very much suited for carrying out small scale mariculture to meet the alternate livelihood needs of fisher-folk. Mandapam Regional Centre of ICAR-CMFRI has developed the technology for breeding, seed production and farming of cobia in cages and organised training, and frontline/participatory demonstration programmes which have aided in creating awareness about the techno-economic viability of cage farming among the fisherfolk in Ramanathapuram District, Tamil Nadu. A survey was taken up among a sample of 75 members of fisher self help groups (SHGs) who had adopted cage farming of cobia, inorder to assess their perception and attributes about the technology as well as the constraints faced by them. The study found that fast growth rate of cobia, shorter culture period, good farm gate price, high market demand, ease of farming near the seashore and seed availability were the important attributes which attracted the fishermen groups to take up the farming. The innovations introduced by the fishers in cage farming technology were also documented. Majority of the fishers stated, non-availability of seed during peak stocking season, high cost of pellet feed, fluctuating cost of low value fishes which are used as feed for cobia and poaching as major constraints in cage farming.
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Muyot, Myla, Rielyn Balunan, and Maria Theresa Mutia. "Supply and Value Chain Analysis of Freshwater Sardine, Sardinella tawilis (Herre 1927), in Taal Lake, Batangas, Philippines." Philippine Journal of Fisheries, 2021, 60–76. http://dx.doi.org/10.31398/tpjf/28.1.2020a0016.
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The supply and value chain of the world’s only freshwater sardine, Sardinella tawilis endemic to Taal Lake, were studied from January to December 2016. This study aimed to identify the actors in the value chain, evaluate each actor’s value addition, identify the roles of men and women in the chain, and identify the issues, concerns, and entry points for intervention. Key informant interviews, focus group discussions, and tracer survey interviews were done to gather data. A semi-structured questionnaire was directed to 189 respondents within and outside Taal Lake. The study showed that the tawilis marketing system is limited to the local market. Tawilis is traded fresh and processed. The chain’s key actors include the fishers, fish buyers (wholesaler, retailer, peddlers, and contracted fish buyers), processors, and consumers. The outcome of the value chain analysis of the tawilis industry showed that commercial processors have the highest value-added due to the place, form, and time transformation of the product. Meanwhile, the fishers and small-scale fish buyers have the lowest value-added during lean and peak season, respectively. The tawilis industry provides livelihood to the marginal fisherfolk, which is the first supply chain link. Several strategies were recommended in the form of process, product, function, and overall upgrading to uplift the economic benefit of the different actors in the chain and boost the tawilis industry. These include the improvement on the fishing operations, upgrading of fishing gear and other paraphernalia, provision of training on post-harvest techniques (handling, preservation, processing, value-adding, product development, etc.), market matching strategies, improvement in farm to market road transportation, establishment of fish processing facilities, and access to credit, loans or grants from the national and local governments.