This manual on safety at sea for small-scale fishers in the Caribbean aims to contribute to a culture of safety awareness among fisherfolk, reduce the number of accidents and increase the chances of survival if accidents occur. The manual provides [...more]

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Since 2011, sargassum influx events have negatively affected fisheries and tourism sectors within the Eastern Caribbean causing substantial damage to Caribbean economies. These events have triggered much speculation about the impact on small-scale fishers’ livelihoods and their ability to cope [...more]

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A technical training workshop on advancing aquaponics was held in Christ Church, Barbados, in the period 11–14 December 2018. Twenty seven international participants were present from seven countries (Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia [...more]

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CNFO has created a poster for fisherfolks in preparation to hurricane.This checklist gives simple security and safety recommendations to get ready when a major hurricane is forecasted. 

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The FAO/GEF-funded CC4FISH launching workshop was held in Bridgetown, Barbados, from 7 to 9 February 2017. This was the first meeting of the CC4FISH Project and brought together 27 representatives from the Member Countries, partner organizations and other key stakeholders [...more]

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