The Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development, Emelia Arthur, has announced that artisanal fishers will not be subjected to the closed fishing season in 2025.

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However, she clarified that the restriction will still apply to inshore and industrial trawlers.

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During an engagement with fishermen in Shama, Western Region, she emphasized that the government is considering alternative approaches to sustain fish stocks and achieve the intended benefits of the closed season.

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“President John Dramani Mahama has stated that this year’s closed fishing season will be implemented for semi-industrial and industrial trawlers. However, the President has indicated that there will be no closed fishing season for artisanal fisherfolk this year.”

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