Electronic Observer Program for High Seas Fisheries
May 23, 2023
The project aims to build a self-sustaining, financially viable seaweed industry in Belize. Given that mariculture is a national priority, Blue Nutrients Belize Ltd. will collaborate with farmers to address key challenges such as low-quality seaweed and limited financing. The project focuses on improving quality through training in quality control and establishing sustainable funding for farmers, ultimately enabling industry growth, expanding seaweed purchases, and increasing value for producers.
Funds from Belize Fund ($BZD)
$,151,565.00
Grantee
Belize High Seas Fisheries Unit
Location
Belize Barrier Reef System
Thematic Area
Time-frame
April 2023 – November 2025
Project Goal:
To ensure the successful and timely delivery of the timebound Milestones and conservation commitment for the Government of Belize with a focus on establishing the enabling environment for the development of a Marine Spatial Plan through strengthened governance, improved management, and enhanced enforcement of Belize’s coastal and marine resources.
Project Objectives:
To utilize an electronic monitoring system (EMS) to improve the collection of electronic observer data to meet the reporting requirement of Regional Fisheries Management Organizations and enhanced monitoring, control and surveillance of Belize’s distant water fishing vessels.
Expected Outputs:
- Electronic Monitoring System for High Seas Fisheries
- EMS Capacity Building of BHSFU