Supporting the implementation of the Restore our Ocean and Waters Mission · By fishers, for fishers: co-management of marine and freshwaters ecosystems and resources

Project results are expected to contribute to all of the following outcomes: • Measurable improvements in the status of critical marine and/or freshwaters habitats (including blue carbon sequestration capacities) and of species through active and passive conservation and restoration measures; • Increased sustainability of fishing practices and tools and enhanced implementation of eco-system-based approaches as outlined in the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP); • Measurable…

The Communication of the Commission on "A vision for agriculture and food sectors - Shaping together an attractive EU farming and food sector for future generations"[1] highlights the strategic importance of fisheries for the Union and the role fishers play, as custodians of nature, for the protection and resilience of our ocean, waters, and biodiversity. Equally important are the objectives and actions set out in the European Ocean Pact[2] and the EU Action Plan:…