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World Fisheries Day

World Fisheries Day, celebrated on November 21, is dedicated to highlighting the critical importance of healthy ocean ecosystems and to ensure sustainable stocks of fisheries in the world. Fishing communities celebrate this day through rallies, workshops, public meetings, cultural dramas, exhibitions, and music shows.  Fisher folks in India, where it is widely celebrated, also demonstrate the importance of maintaining the fisheries of the world along with highlighting the problems like overfishing and mechanization. World Fisheries Day also explores finding solutions to the increasingly interconnected problems that the world is facing to follow sustainable models of our ocean ecosystems.

History of World Fisheries Day

World Fisheries Day, which is followed in India on November 21, highlights the fact that fisheries are an important sector in the country. It provides employment to millions of people, as well as contributing to the food security of India.

The fishery resources in India are mainly composed of inland and marine. Inland fisheries are mainly composed of major rivers and their tributaries, ponds, reservoirs, lakes, canals, and so forth. World Fisheries Day is celebrated worldwide by the fishing communities to recognize the vast and sometimes underappreciated food source for millions of humans.

In 2019, Andhra Pradesh’s government launched a number of welfare schemes for fishermen on the occasion of World Fisheries Day. State Fisheries Minister Mopidevi Venkata Ramana said on the occasion, “The YSRCP government has increased compensation to fishermen, for the mandatory ban period of 45 days, from Rs 4,000 to Rs 10,000.” The state government has also increased the subsidy on diesel for mechanized or non-mechanized boats. In case of death of fisherman compensation of 10 lakh will be given within two months.

Indian fisheries and aquaculture is an important sector of food production providing nutritional security, besides livelihood support and gainful employment to more than 14 million people, and contributing to agricultural exports. With diverse resources ranging from deep seas to lakes in the mountains and more than 10 percent of the global biodiversity in terms of fish and shellfish species, the country has shown continuous and sustained increments in fish production since independence in 1947. 

The total fish production during 2017-18 was estimated to be 12.60 million metric tonnes, of which nearly 65 percent is from the inland sector and about 50 percent of the total production is from culture fisheries, which constitutes about 6.3 percent of the global fish production. More than 50 different types of fish and shellfish products are being exported to 75 countries around the world. Fish and fish products have presently emerged as the largest group in agricultural exports from India. On World Fisheries Day, make sure to support fisheries and new sustainable ways to make our ocean ecosystems cleaner.

World Fisheries Day timeline

2019

Supporting Indian fisheries

Andhra Pradesh's government launches a number of welfare schemes for fishermen on the occasion of World Fisheries Day, including the death of fisherman compensation and a subsidy increase on diesel for mechanized or unmechanized boats.

2016

Fish production at an all-time high

Total fish production reaches an all-time high of 171 million tonnes, of which 88 percent was utilized for direct human consumption, thanks to relatively stable capture fisheries production, reduced wastage, and continued aquaculture growth.

2014

The importance of sustainable fisheries

A report by Prince Charles' International Sustainability Unit is released, estimating global fisheries were adding $270 billion a year to global GDP, but by full implementation of sustainable fishing, that figure could rise by as much as $50 billion.

1961

Double-growth of fish consumption

Since this year, the annual global growth in fish consumption has been twice as high as population growth, furthermore, while the annual growth of aquaculture has declined in recent years, significant double-digit growth is still recorded in continents like Africa and Asia.

World Fisheries Day FAQs

Why is World Fisheries Day celebrated?

A number of traditional societies and communities rally around the occupation of fishing. World Fisheries Day celebrations serve as an important reminder that we must focus on changing the way the world manages global fisheries to ensure sustainable stocks and healthy ecosystems.

What is the largest fishery in the world?

Anchovy fishing is the largest fishery in the world.

What is another name for fishery?

There are around 12 synonyms, antonyms, idiomatic expressions, and related words for fishery, such as spawning place, fish hatchery, fishing banks, fishtrap, weir, fish cannery, aquarium, tank, cannery, hatchery and piscary.

How To Celebrate World Fisheries Day

Attend a fishery sustainability workshop: Fisheries are a vital part of our ecosystem and food resources across the globe. On World Fisheries Day, consider signing up for an online workshop to learn about sustainable methods to keep our ocean ecosystems alive and productive. There are various events across the globe that celebrate this day. If you can’t find an event near you, organize a workshop with like-minded friends and family.

Get involved with the fisherfolk community: Fishermen contribute greatly to resourcing fish for food and should be supported in any way they can be, especially in developing nations. Consider fundraising for their charity events, whether they hold a rally or public meeting, to increase awareness of fisheries around the world and what they do every day. You are sure to learn a lot more about where your fish comes from and how it can be sustained in a better manner.

Take care of your environment: The oceans and fisheries become cleaner and more sustainable when our environment is less filled with rubbish. This includes taking care of rivers, dams, and the sea as these are important habitats for fish and aquatic organisms. Next time you go camping, hiking, or the beach, be sure to pick up any rubbish you see along the way. Try to educate people as well about the devastating impact of rubbish and to reduce the amount of plastic waste.

5 Important Fact About World Fisheries Day

Low-income work: 65 percent of the reported catch from inland fisheries is from low-income food-deficit countries.

Where your fish comes from: Estimates vary, but from around 30 million to over 60 million people in the developing world are involved in inland fisheries — it is thought that about 50 percent are women.

Fish and protein: More than 25 percent of the world’s dietary protein is provided by fish.

Humans consume a lot of fish: The human population consumes over 100 million tons of fish annually.

When in Africa: Over 200 million of Africa’s 1 billion people regularly consume fish and nearly half of this comes from inland fisheries.

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World Fisheries Day "Wishing everyone on the occasion of World Fisheries Day. Let us learn about the importance of healthy ecosystems for having sustainable fisheries"

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World Fisheries Day Messages and Quotes

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[jamieroxxartist]

#WorldFisheriesDay! celebrated on November 21, is dedicated to highlighting the critical importance of healthy ocean ecosystems and ensuring sustainable stocks of fisheries in the world.

( https://nationaltoday.com/world-fisheries-day )

a #Painting I painted a couple of years ago:

’Reef Fish’

2017, acrylic and oil blend on canvas, 16"x20" by www.JamieRoxx.us This Sold Painting is Not Available.

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Small Fish I’m a day late but I want to make a post to commemorate World Fisheries Day (21 November) and to draw attention to the issue of seafood sustainability. It’s an issue that I’ve only become aware of in recent years as I became involved in the communication of environmental issues through my work with WWF. The ocean is an important source of food for humankind and fishing is an ancient practice that dates back to Paleolithic times. We often think of the ocean as being vast to the point of being limitless and inexhaustible in its resources. But of course, that is not true. With the advent of large-scale commercial fishing in the early part of the last century, we have become so efficient at catching fish and other seafood that stocks are being depleted faster than they can be replaced. With a rising global population, it is only a matter of time before we have a global food shortage crisis. In addition to shrinking in numbers, we are also seeing fish shrink in size. I didn’t realise this until an older person remarked to me that the size of pomfret these days is much smaller than they were when he was a kid. The reasons for the mystery of the shrinking fish are climate change (a warmer ocean contains less oxygen, which stunts the growth of fish) and overfishing. It is in the interest of us consumers, as well as the fishing industry (including fish farms) to seek and support more sustainable methods of fishing and fish-farming. For a start, consumers can look out for eco-labels such as MSC (Marine Stewardship Council), ASC(Aquaculture Stewardship Council) and BAP (Best Aquaculture Practices) when buying seafood. These are internationally recognised certifications that indicate that the seafood comes from sustainable sources with minimal environmental impact. To find out more, simply google “sustainable seafood”. #sustainableseafood #sustainability #worldfisheriesday #seafood #ocean #overfishing #climatechange #fishingindustry #aquaculture #seafoodindustry #wwf #ecolabel #smallfish #foodsecurity @bapcertification @mscecolabel @asc_aqua https://www.instagram.com/p/CH5KZZunPz1/?igshid=1pb2mue4b4o4g

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Let us do our bit to keep the marine ecosystems clean and healthy, and support the livelihood of our fishermen! 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗗 𝗙𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦 𝗗𝗔𝗬! 🦈🐠��🦑🦐🦀

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A slightly belated #SeabirdSaturday / #SeabirderSaturday & #WorldFisheriesDay…A fishing trawler is followed by thousands of seabirds off Cape Point, South Africa. Fisheries of course play a large role in feeding people around the world…but it’s also causing a lot of issues to the balance of marine ecology & the wildlife that depend on those fish, as well! We can make wise, informed decisions about who & where we purchase our seafood (& what species we decide to eat), to support fisheries that operate under responsible methods & regulations. #seabirds #pelagic #ship #fisheries #fishing #conservation #seafood #fish #trawler #ocean #sea #sustainability #scicomm (at Atlantic Ocean) https://www.instagram.com/p/CH5vhUVgsqS/?igshid=okjrravj0mcy

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Belated post for #worldfisheriesday #worldfisheriesday2019 @nikonasia @worldpressphoto @antoniosaba_photography #fisherfolk #Palawan #PuertoPrincesa #HondaBay #TheValueChain @wwfphilippines @wwf @wwfsg @oceanconservancy #TheyFeedUs @fishforever_philippines (at Philippines) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5Ka2VWlJ9w/?igshid=fmyhzwpzmdt6

[rabbitcruiser]

World Fisheries Day

World Fisheries Day is commemorated on November 21 of every year. World Fisheries Day is celebrated to draw attention to the problems related to fisheries like overfishing, unsustainable fishing techniques, habitat destruction, inadequate methods of fishing, and other threats to our freshwater and marine resources. Other than this, this day also tries to label the pollution problems in the coastal areas and ocean. On this day the participating members will talk about these issues and come up with various corrective measures which can be executed.

“Through participation in experiential learning activities and action projects on this special day, young people can be encouraged to contribute to the health of aquatic ecosystems and the quality of life they support“- Dian Parmionova.

History of World Fisheries Day

The origin and history of World Fisheries Day are still unknown. World Fisheries Day plays a vital role in developing fishing trade among the participating countries. On this day, the participating members will meet each other to share the methods of promoting the domain of fishing at a considerable level. Many fishing associations also become a part of this special day. Many new treaties and agreements will be signed by various nations to give fishing a high growth.  Many countries who are into fisheries development are facing the issues of unequal distribution of fish stock. The reason for the insufficiency is the increasing world population and demand which is increasing exponentially. The member countries discuss all these problems on this day, and there should be a high level of cooperation among the participating countries so that standard solution can be obtained.

How to Celebrate World Fisheries Day

On World Fisheries Day various rallies, drams,  competitions, and workshops are organized around the world primarily by the fishing communities to create awareness about this day among people. If you are interested in the fishing sector, then you can participate in these workshops and events to learn more about the fishing industry.

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[jamieroxxartist]

#WorldFisheriesDay! celebrated on November 21, is dedicated to highlighting the critical importance of healthy ocean ecosystems and to ensure sustainable stocks of fisheries in the world.

( https://nationaltoday.com/world-fisheries-day )

a #Painting I painted a couple of years ago:

’#Reef #Fish' 2017, acrylic and oil blend on canvas, 16"x20" by @ArtistJamieRoxx #JamieRoxx ( www.JamieRoxx.us ) This Sold Painting is Not Available.

#Ocean #Aquatic’ #MidCenturyModern #Abstract

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