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Resolution GFCM/44/2021/1 on the reporting of information on non-indigenous species used in aquaculture.

Country/Territory
Document type
Regulation
Date
2021
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Aquaculture Enforcement/compliance Data collection/reporting Fishery management and conservation Monitoring Precautionary principle Protection of species Risk assessment/management
Entry into force notes
This resolution shall enter into force at the latest on 1 January 2023.
Abstract

This resolution establishes a framework for the establishment of a national list of non-indigenous species and species already used in aquaculture by contracting parties and cooperating non-contracting parties (CPC) and for its submission to the Information System for the Promotion of Aquaculture in the Mediterranean (SIPAM) on an annual basis. The national list referred to should include the information indicated in Part II. Each flag CPC shall increase efforts towards monitoring and reporting in order to assess and minimize the possible impacts of the use of non-indigenous species in aquaculture.

Full text
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Website
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