Traditional maritime fisheries

This study describes the present state of the subsector and outlines general policy guidelines to increase maritime fishing and supply inland markets. Maritime fishing zones and their resources (species of fish and their spawning patterns) are described, along with the characteristics of the fishermen and their organization. Production in the subsector is analyzed with regard to the types of fishing boats employed; the acquisition and productivity of different types of fishing equipment; existing fishing cooperatives; fish processing, storage, and marketing; and subsector production costs. The areas of infrastructure, supervision, training, management, and financial resources are analyzed. A final chapter on development possibilities for the subsector recommends that current projects by Japan and the Food and Agriculture Organization be coordinated with projects planned by Saudi Arabia and the European Development Fund. These projects provide fishing boats, refrigeration, transportation, and research on new fishing techniques.