Searching for winter/spring spawning Western Herring

Searching for winter/spring spawning Western Herring

A pioneering, multi-partner international scientific survey to assess the status and composition of herring stocks to the West of Scotland has found that the area to the west of Melvaig, Wester Ross, holds some importance as a winter/spring ground for spawning western...
Fishermen and scientists working together for a common aim

Fishermen and scientists working together for a common aim

Good governance of our fisheries is essential if we are to ensure a sustainable future – but to manage stocks effectively we need as much scientific information as possible about their status and current trends. But this costs money and resources – something which is...
Following in the Kiwis footsteps

Following in the Kiwis footsteps

Europe’s move to implement an ecosystem approach to fisheries management could benefit from adopting practices used in New Zealand for strengthening industry involvement. This is the key conclusion from a scientific paper by Scottish Pelagic Fishermen’s Association...
Investigation into proposed North Sea multi-annual plans

Investigation into proposed North Sea multi-annual plans

Investigation into proposed North Sea multi-annual plans emphasises links between demersal and pelagic realms Scottish Pelagic Fishermen’s Association Chief Scientist, Dr Steven Mackinson, and colleagues from the Centre for Environment Fisheries and Aquaculture...