Episode description
Marine protected areas work well to protect fisheries and biodiversity if the areas are not fished during protection. But what happens to the fishers during those closures? Fishers could have a tough time finding alternative income during closures in areas where they used to fish to make a living and feed their families. Indonesia may have an interesting way to combat this and might help the ocean in Indonesia. I'm going to tell your their plan and my thoughts so let's start the show. Link to article: https://news.mongabay.com/2022/10/indonesian-program-pays-fishers-to-collect-plastic-trash-at-sea/ Join the audio program - Build Your Marine Science and Conservation Career: https://glow.fm/marinesciencecareers/ Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3NmYvsIConnect with Speak Up For Blue:
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