Salas, S, Barragan-Paladines, M.J. and Chuenpagdee, R., eds. (2019) Viability and sustainability of small-scale fisheries in Latin America and the Caribbean. . MARE Publication Series, 19 . Springer International Publishing, Switzerland, 574 pp. ISBN 978-3-319-76077-3 DOI https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-76078-0.

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Abstract

One of the main goals in fisheries governance is to promote viability and sustainability in small-scale fishing communities. This is not an easy task given external and internal pressure, including environmental change and competition with other economic sectors searching for development in the coastal region. A comprehensive understanding of small-scale fisheries in their own context, and from a regional perspective, is an important step in supporting the implementation of the Voluntary Guidelines on Securing Sustainable Small-Scale Fisheries (SSF Guidelines). This book contributes to the global effort by offering knowledge, insights and lessons about small-scale fisheries in Latin America and the Caribbean. The 20 case studies included in the book make explicit the various dimensions that are intrinsic to small-scale fisheries in the region, and identify conditions and situations that affect the wellbeing of fishing communities. The book offers insights regarding the challenges faced by small-scale fisheries in the region, and, aligning with the objectives of the SSF Guidelines, provides lessons and experiences about how to make small-scale fishing communities viable while maintaining sustainable fisheries.

This important book illustrates the complexity, diversity, and dynamics of small-scale fisheries in the Latin American and Caribbean region and presents experiences, tools, and approaches to lead towards sustainable and viable fisheries. The reader will gain a new understanding on the range of actions, approaches, and information needed for their successful management.

John F. Caddy, International Fisheries Expert

This book, prepared by the Too Big To Ignore partnership, constitutes a very valuable resource for policy makers, fisheries scientists, non-governmental organizations, civil society organizations, and fishing communities interested in putting in place sound management strategies, research, and actions to contribute to the sustainability of small-scale fisheries and food security in Latin America and the Caribbean region.
Juan Carlos Seijo, Professor of Fisheries Bioeconomics at Marist University of Merida

Document Type:	Book
Programme Area:	UNSPECIFIED
Research affiliation:	Social Sciences > Development and Knowledge Sociology
DOI:	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-76078-0
Date Deposited:	27 Jun 2019 13:39
Last Modified:	01 Oct 2020 12:59
URI:	http://cris.leibniz-zmt.de/id/eprint/2209

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