Ecosystem-Based Fishery Management (original) (raw)

This report discusses the importance and necessity of implementing ecosystem-based management in fisheries to help reverse the decline of marine resources. The Panel, formed by the National Marine Fisheries Service, outlines a practical approach that combines principles and actions essential for sustainable fisheries management, emphasizing the interconnections between fish populations and their ecosystems. Additionally, the significance of historical knowledge about marine ecology and recent legislative acts is highlighted to showcase the need for holistic management practices that consider ecological sustainability.