Characteristics of Multispecific Fisheries in the European Union

Studie 14-03-2014

The main objectives of this study are: - Description of four case studies considered as the most representative multispecies and mixed fisheries in EU waters. - Analysis of recent improvements on selectivity and identification of species with high survival rate. - Discuss the application of the MSY approach in multispecies fisheries and ecosystem approach. Reviewing European stock status in relation to MSY targets. - A roadmap for a feasible landing obligation and MSY approach in EU mixed fisheries. Qualitative assessments are presented for four selected case studies.