The Speak Up For Blue Podcast

In this episode, we delve into the ongoing challenges facing the cod fishery in Canada, drawing parallels between the current situation and the historical 1992 moratorium on cod fishing in Newfoundland and Labrador. The discussion highlights how political pressures have repeatedly overridden scientific advice regarding fishing quotas, leading to detrimental outcomes for the cod population. We examine the recent push by fisheries unions and indigenous groups to increase the fishing quota from 15,000 tons to 25,000 tons, and the subsequent decision to raise it only to 18,000 tons despite concerns from DFO scientists. Join us as we explore the implications of these decisions and the frustrations of fishery scientists when political interests clash with environmental sustainability. Link to article: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/cod-reopened-fisheries-ministers-1.7317359 Follow a career in conservation: https://www.conservation-careers.com/online-training/ Use the code SUFB to get 33