The scorecard reinforces the State\u2019s reputation for ecologically sustainable fisheries management.<\/p>\n
Mr Francis said: “The assessment confirms that we are a global leader in fisheries management which is reflected through the adoption of independent third party certification, using the gold standard Marine Stewardship Council.\u201d<\/p>\n
“At a time when many fisheries around the world are over-exploited or depleted, WA has a 95% success rate in sustainably managing our fish resources.\u201d<\/p>\n
Recreational and commercial fishing\/aquaculture are worth around $1.6bn annually in Western Australia.<\/p>\n
The Minister confirmed WA’s commitment to developing aquaculture opportunities to make the most of the State’s environmental advantages.<\/p>\n
“Investment-ready zones for aquaculture businesses will help grow that sector. The Kimberley Aquaculture Development Zone is already in place, development of a new Mid-West zone is well advanced and Liberal National Government funding has been announced for setting up another zone on the State’s South Coast,\u201d explained Mr Francis.<\/p>\n
He added: “Our expanding aquaculture will help deliver Western Australia a new stream of export opportunities to build on the $570 million, the State already earns annually from our commercial fisheries and aquaculture products, including pearls.”<\/p>\n
The WA economy benefited from the contribution of more than 750,000 people who enjoy recreational fishing each year – another reason why good fisheries management was so important.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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