BELIZE CITY, BELIZE, 31 July 2025–Illicit eel trafficking has been found to be tied to people involved in drugs and arms trafficking. Traffickers are reaping the benefits of the trade at the expense of our fishers. It is said to be an indication that authorities at every level need to do more to recognize crimes that are perhaps not as visible but just as pernicious. Although eels are not among the mix of popular options for Caribbean cuisine, they are an expensive and highly sought-after delicacy in Asia and other parts of the world where Asian food is marketed. Eel…
Wednesday, 30 July 2025 23:57

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4 June 2025, Dominica--The Regional Seminar for the Project for Strengthening Sustainable Use and Management of Coastal Fisheries Resources in the CARICOM Countries (COASTFISH) has just concluded in Dominica after two days of spirited engagements. Hon. Jullan Defoe, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Blue and Green, Economy, Dominica, welcomed the attendees during the opening ceremony held yesterday. The purpose of the regional seminar was to disseminate the outputs, achievements, good practices and lesson learned across several project activities which focused on strategies and actions to achieve co-management as a tool for resource management and for fostering better livelihoods. The ultimate goal…

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