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The DGRM has set new discharge ceilings per vessel in response to the increase in landings in recent weeks and the need to comply with campaign limits.
Sardine fishing has new daily limits starting this Wednesday, a measure adopted in light of the current catch levels, the increase in landings, and the need to comply with the limits for this campaign, it was announced.
A 15-year-old from Ferragudo has made his mark on the international fishing scene after finishing eighth at the World Shore Angling Championships in Italy, becoming the highest-ranked Portuguese competitor. Martim The post Young Ferragudo fisherman finishes eighth at World Championships appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Rodolfo Vilar, who leads the A.MAR Artisanal Fishing project in Ilhabela, dedicated to the research and development of fishing communities, has found the ideal partnership in haute cuisine.
The 35th edition of the Iberian Hunting, Fishing and Nature Fair (FECIEX) once again serves as a meeting point for Portuguese and Spanish enthusiasts and professionals.
Fishing and agriculture are already paying a very high price. Each boat at the Matosinhos fish market is spending an extra 2,000 euros per month to fish.
The initiative is promoted as part of a project to value Portuguese maritime history.
The police clarify that the section, not being a bivalve production zone, was not monitored by the IPMA. The management commission is “making efforts” to monitor the state of the molluscs.
The allocation of 500 tonnes allows for the reopening of bigeye tuna fishing, an opportunity that has not been possible to provide to the sector for several years.
Home News Algarve fishing group proposes six-week break to protect shellfish Algarve fishing group proposes six-week break to protect shellfish An Algarve fishing organisation is proposing a six-week break from dredge fishing along the region's coast to help protect young shellfish and support th
For thousands of years, the ocean has fed much of the world, and there has always been a balance. That was until we stopped respecting its rhythm and started wanting more fish than the sea can provide.
The association aims to develop a permanent adapted and inclusive fishing programme.
The country has 'repeatedly delayed development', alongside Italy.
The Portuguese government has suspended this year’s close season for octopus fishing in the Algarve, citing the economic impact of months of adverse weather on the region’s fishing fleet. Under The post Government suspends Algarve octopus fishing ban after weather-related losses appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The ordinance comes into effect the day after its publication, that is, starting from Friday.
Home News Octopus fishing ban suspended in the Algarve Octopus fishing ban suspended in the Algarve The Government has suspended the closed season for octopus fishing in the Algarve this year, citing damage to the fishing fleet caused by adverse weather conditions, according to a decree published
Once masters of the beach, fishermen in Caparica have less and less space to work, amidst a shortage of sand, bar and restaurant concessions, and surf schools.
A centuries-old fishing tradition has returned to Meia Praia in Lagos, with dozens of residents, visitors and local officials gathering to witness the first Arte Xávega launch since the practice The post Traditional Arte Xávega fishing returns to Meia Praia appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The Madeira-Tore and Gorringe seamounts will be the largest marine protected area in Portugal. 'There will only be a marine reserve if the continuity of regional fishing is fully guaranteed,' the authority requests.
After five months without going to sea, sardine fishing has reopened. This year, Portugal has a lower quota than last year, 960 tonnes less than in 2025. In Matosinhos, fishermen arrived at the port disappointed because the day's catch was poor.
The Minister of Agriculture was on a vessel that participated in the start of the sardine season, for which Portugal holds 66.5% of the quota — 33,400 tonnes, “much more than Spain,” he guarantees.
The season officially began this Monday in Figueira da Foz, on the coast of the Coimbra district.
The sardine fishing season resumes in Portugal, setting a total allowable catch of 33,400 tonnes.
Sardine fishing resumes in Portuguese waters following a five-month ban, subject to new catch restrictions.
There are several limitations on sardine fishing
Fishing had been closed since December 3rd to protect the resource.
Fishing has resumed along the entire mainland coast after being closed for nearly five months. Portugal has a lower quota this year than last year, with 960 tonnes less than in 2025.
After a stoppage of nearly five months, sardine fishing is allowed to resume. Quotas are shared with Spain, and daily limits will increase in June.
