{"id":13172,"date":"2025-05-27T08:30:22","date_gmt":"2025-05-27T12:30:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drealfmgrenada.com\/?p=13172"},"modified":"2025-05-27T08:30:22","modified_gmt":"2025-05-27T12:30:22","slug":"unsustainable-fishing-activities-in-the-levera-pond","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drealfmgrenada.com\/index.php\/2025\/05\/27\/unsustainable-fishing-activities-in-the-levera-pond\/","title":{"rendered":"Unsustainable Fishing Activities in the Levera Pond"},"content":{"rendered":"

ST. GEORGE\u2019S, GRENADA<\/strong>\u2013 The Ministry of Blue Economy and Marine Affairs has expressed concern over increasing reports of unsustainable fishing practices taking place in the Levera Pond.<\/p>\n

These activities include the prolonged use and abandonment of fishing gear, particularly nets, which contribute to ghost fishing<\/em>\u2014a phenomenon where unattended gear continues to trap aquatic life indiscriminately. Additionally, indiscriminate line fishing in the area is causing significant harm to aquatic species within the pond.<\/p>\n

Fish caught in these abandoned gears often go unharvested and are wasted. The presence of such gear also negatively impacts non-targeted fish species and migratory birds, thereby disrupting the biological diversity and vital ecosystem services of the area.<\/p>\n

The Ministry reminds the public that since 2012, Levera Pond has been designated a Ramsar Protected Site<\/strong>, which obligates special protection and conservation measures to preserve its ecological integrity.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, the public is advised that Levera Beach is a closed area from April 1st to August 31st each year<\/strong>, in accordance with the Fisheries (Amendment) Regulations, 1996<\/strong>, and the Levera Beach Closed Area Regulations, SRO #15 of 2010<\/strong>, as amended by SRO #8 of 2011<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

In light of these ongoing challenges, the Fisheries Division<\/strong> of the Ministry of Blue Economy and Marine Affairs, in collaboration with the Forestry Division<\/strong> of the Ministry of Agriculture, Lands, and Forestry, will host a community consultation<\/strong> with Grenadian nationals who utilize the lake\u2019s resources. This initiative aims to establish sustainable guidelines and ensure responsible use of the area.<\/p>\n

Ministry of Agriculture, Lands, and Forestry<\/strong>
\u201cEnsuring food and nutrition security for all!\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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