A checklist for implementing sustainable fishing practices.
Use scientific data and appropriate assessment methods.
Consider biological reference points and ecosystem impacts.
Use vessel monitoring systems (VMS) and on-the-water patrols.
Use gear modifications and fishing techniques that reduce unwanted catches.
Establish marine protected areas and implement habitat restoration measures.
Support gear marking and retrieval programs.
Account for food web dynamics and habitat connectivity.
Use bycatch reduction devices and implement time-area closures.
Monitor changes in water temperature ocean acidification and species distribution.
Promote participatory decision-making.
Support market-based incentives for sustainable fishing practices.