General Fishery Commission of Mediterranean MSP. Fabio Massa, GFCM - FAO Senior Aquaculture Officer

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1 General Fishery Commission of Mediterranean MSP Fabio Massa, GFCM - FAO Senior Aquaculture Officer

2 1949 Constitutive Agreement under FAO Article XIV Competence over the Mediterranean and Black Sea 24 Members: 19 Med, 3 BS, Japan and UE. Cooperation with non-member riparian states and with other organizations through Memoranda of Understanding Ensure long term sustainability of living marine resources, sustainable development of aquaculture and protection of sensitive habitats. Power to adopt annually binding recommendations Since 2004 has a dedicated Secretariat and an autonomous budget paid by Members Agreement amended in 2014 to incorporate new elements such as focus on subregional aspects and multiannual management plans

3 General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean (GFCM) Among its key functions provides the management framework for fisheries adopts binding recommendations on fisheries- and aquaculture-related issues (e.g. regulation adopted on fishing methods, fishing gear, minimum landing size, establishment of open and fishing seasons and areas, and fishing effort control) contributes to marine spatial planning and level playing field Annual session, intersessional work done by subsidiary bodies and coordinated by the Secretariat Strong coordination and liaison with the FAO Fisheries and Aquaculture Department

4 Technical activities in support of management plans ( ) Adriatic Sea - Small pelagic fish (sardine/anchovy) Mediterranean basin - Anguilla anguilla - Corallium rubrum Black Sea - Psetta maxima - Small pelagics - Ongoing case studies for management plans in all subregions. - Management measures for red coral in First plan adopted in 2013: small pelagic fishery in the Adriatic, and revised in Western Mediterranean - Small pelagic fish (sardine/anchovy) - P. bogaraveo Central Mediterranean - P. longirostris and M. merluccius. Eastern - Central Mediterranean - Aristeus antennatus - Aristaemorpha foliacea - Management measures for turbot (Black Sea), hake and shrimps in the Strait of Sicily adopted in 2015 and 2016, hake in all Mediterranean in 2016

5 Mid-term strategy ( ) towards the sustainability of Mediterranean and Black Sea fisheries Within a process of modernization, in 2016 the GFCM adopted the midterm strategy towards the sustainability of Mediterranean and Black Sea fisheries as a measure to address the alarming situation of Mediterranean and Black Sea overexploited stocks in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The GFCM fishery strategy aims at reverting current trends, and has identified a series of target and activities in: support to fisheries management, promoting the sustainable development of small-scale fisheries; targeting in particular the socio-economic implications, boosting technical cooperation and ensuring control of Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing activities.

6 Mid-term strategy ( ) for the sustainable development of Mediterranean and Black Sea fisheries Outputs: 5.1 Improved national capacity for the management of fisheries resources 5.2 Strengthened fisheries governance in the Black Sea 5.3 Increased cooperation with relevant actors Outputs: 4.1 Reduced bycatch rates in Mediterranean and Black Sea fisheries 4.2 Healthier marine ecosystems and more productive fisheries GFCM Res40/2016/1 TARGET 5 Enhance capacitybuilding and cooperation TARGET 4 Minimize and mitigate unwanted interactions between fisheries and marine ecosystems and environment TARGET 1 Reverse the declining trend of fish stocks through strengthened scientific advice in support of management Improve, by 2020, the sustainability of Mediterranean and Black Sea fisheries TARGET 3 Curb IUU fishing through a regional plan of action Outputs: Improved knowledge and expertise on Mediterranean and Black Sea fisheries Socio-economic information and analysis incorporated into scientific and management advice Enhanced science-based GFCM regulations on fisheries management TARGET 2 Support livelihoods for coastal communities through sustainable smallscale fisheries Outputs: 2.1 Robust and timely information on the impact of smallscale and recreational fisheries on coastal communities 2.2 FAO SSF Guidelines tailored to the specificities of the GFCM area of application Outputs: 3.1 Regular quantification of IUU fishing in the Mediterranean and the Black Sea 3.2 Reinforced inspection procedures in the framework of port State control 3.3 Enhanced MCS at the regional level

7 Mid-term strategy ( ) towards the sustainability of Mediterranean A sustainable and aquaculture Black Sea means fisheries ensuring not only that the industry is economically and environmentally sustainable but also that aquaculture farms operate in a socially and culturally responsible manner FAO Strategic Objective 2: Make agriculture, forestry and fisheries more productive and sustainable GFCM Agreement: aquaculture, including culture-based fisheries, should be considered as a means to promote the diversification of income and diet and, in so doing, ensure that living marine resources are used responsibly, that genetic diversity is conserved and adverse impacts on the environment and local communities are minimized FAO Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries Article 9 Aquaculture development 9.2 Responsible development of aquaculture including culture-based fisheries within transboundary aquatic ecosystems States should protect transboundary aquatic ecosystems by supporting responsible aquaculture practices within their national jurisdiction and by cooperation in the promotion of sustainable aquaculture practices.

8 THE NEED FOR A STRATEGY Sustainable development require concerted action A fast-growing sector (regional production, in tonnes) 1994: tonnes, USD 1.9 billion value 2014: tonnes; USD 6.8 billion value expected regional production: over tonnes (*) sustainability challenges to be overcome to fully tap the potential of the sector and secure a major contribution to food security, employment and economic development while reducing the dependence on the often overexploited wild stocks

9 Strategy for the sustainable development of Mediterranean and Black Sea aquaculture Vision The strategy envisages a future for Mediterranean and Black Sea aquaculture where the industry will be globally competitive, sustainable, productive, profitable, and equitable. Mission Help Mediterranean and Black Sea riparian countries in formulating harmonized aquaculture activities and action plans with special attention to current regional, subregional, national and local aquaculture priorities and emerging challenges at the different levels while taking into account existing national and supranational strategies.

10 TARGET 1 BUILD AN EFFICIENT REGULATORY AND ADMINISTRATIVE FRAMEWORK TO SECURE SUSTAINABLE AQUACULTURE GROWTH FRAMEWORK TO SECURE SUSTAINABLE AQUACULTURE GROWTH Output 1.1 Improved aquaculture regulatory frameworks and streamlined public sector management Activities The preparation of regional guidelines for sound regulatory systems The compilation of regional and global successful practices on licensing processes simplification The organization of training and national capacity building programmes for operators and decision-makers The monitoring of the implementation of multiannual development plans The establishment of a regional network (or/and forum/workshop) on aquaculture governance and regulatory issues The preparation of guidelines to enhance the involvement of aquaculture farmers organizations (AFOs) The provision of support to the establishment of national and regional participatory tools (e.g. multi-stakeholder platforms as AMShP) Output 1.2 More integrated aquaculture in coastal zones The implementation of technical cooperation projects and mechanisms to support the effective implementation of AZA in the region The preparation and dissemination of an AZA toolkit ( AZA: benefits, identification, implementation and management )

11 TARGET I1 ENHANCE INTERACTIONS BETWEEN AQUACULTURE AND THE ENVIRONMENT WHILE ENSURING ANIMAL HEALTH AND WELFARE Output 2.1 Mitigated impacts on the environment and improved environmental protection Activities The preparation of guidelines on risk analysis methods and data recording The provision of training and technical assistance on the implementation of environmental monitoring programme (EMP) The production and dissemination of a toolkit for the harmonization on minimum common criteria on allowable zones of effects (AZE) and environmental quality standards (EQS) The implementation of plans oriented to climate smart aquaculture activities The preparation of guidelines on and the promotion of aquaculture better management practices (BMPs) Output 2.2 Responsible aquatic animal health and welfare management The provision of capacity building for aquaculture farmers in the field of risk analysis, adaptive management, diagnosis, biosecurity measures and sanitary and food security The development of systems and protocols for the early diagnosis of pathogens with the support of certified laboratories sufficiently equipped and competent in the sector Output 2.3 Enhanced research and knowledge sharing on aquaculture The preparation of a research work plan to strengthen farmer- and industry-driven RTD The provision of technical assistance and cooperation to implement innovative farming technology The organization of a Workshop on challenges posed by climate change and ocean acidification to Mediterranean and Black Sea aquaculture The implementation of a regional research to assess aquaculture vulnerability to climate change and risk mapping as well as associated phenomena The setting up of a database of aquaculture experts made available to public administrations and aquaculture farmers

12 TARGET III - FACILITATE MARKET- ORIENTED AQUACULTURE AND ENHANCE PUBLIC PERCEPTION Output 3.1 A market-driven aquaculture sector development Activities The enhancement of national and regional aquaculture data collection and statistical systems The organization of training and capacity building for aquaculture farmers on market requirements and innovation in shellfish and finfish aquaculture The organization of cooperative pilot actions at the national level with aquaculture farmers and AFOs The facilitation of the establishment of multi-stakeholder platforms at the national level Output 3.2 Improved safety and quality of Mediterranean and Black Sea aquaculture products The preparation and dissemination of guidelines and technical protocols for food safety and quality of Mediterranean and Black Sea aquaculture products The provision of technical assistance to countries on compliance with international standards Output 3.3 Enhanced aquaculture and aquaculture products marketing and communication The development of regional communication and marketing initiatives The provision of technical assistance on developing and implementing national communication and marketing plans The organization of training and national capacity building on aquaculture corporate social responsibility and social risk management for farmers and decision-makers

13 Allocate zones for aquaculture (AZA), a crucial factor for the success of the strategy Marine aquaculture should be considered within the broader context of marine spatial planning. This would allow: minimizing negative impacts on coastal areas avoiding competition with other coastal users preserving ecosystem services provided by the environment Allocated Zone for Aquaculture concept - Aim: dedicating a specific area for the management of aquaculture activities within integrated coastal zone management and the ecosystem approach to aquaculture

14 AZA Strategy and Institutional framework Target 1: Build an efficient regulatory and administrative framework to secure sustainable aquaculture growth Output 1.1: Improved aquaculture regulatory frameworks and streamlined public sector management Output 1.2: Integrated aquaculture in coastal zones Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries, Article 9 (CCRF) Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) Ecosystem approach to aquaculture (EAA) Sustainable Development Goals, Goal 14 (SDGs) Marine Spatial Planning (MSP)..

15 Resolution GFCM/36/2012/1 on Guidelines on allocated zones for aquaculture (AZA) AZA Definition EMP out AZE farm AZE farm AZA EIA AZA: System of spatial planning for marine activities and it can be carried out at the national and the regional level. Also, an AZA is a marine area in which the development of aquaculture has the priority against other marine uses, Surveillance by company Surveillance by Authority EQS EIA The Allocated Zones for Aquaculture involve different concepts and processes (just to quote some: identification of area, studies, site selection, spatial analysis, environmental-social-economic carrying capacity, national building capacity, aquaculture management and participatory approach, Environmental Impact Assessment, conflict and risk analysis ). AMShP - involvement

16 Aquaculture site selection and carrying capacity (technical support and cooperation) Developing site selection and criteria for the integration of aquaculture within coastal areas Identifying and establishing Allocated Zones for Aquaculture (technical support and national capacity-building) Harmonized environmental monitoring programme (EMP) Definition of environmental quality standards (EQS)

17 Aquaculture in Monastir RUSPINA, PRIMAFISH and Aquaculture du Sahel Dicentrarcus labrax Argyrosomus regius Sparus aurata production aquacole nationale production aquacole de Monastir 2015

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