Integrating Stakeholders’ Perceptions into Decision-Making for Ecosystem-Based Fisheries Management

Jones, Kristin; Seara, Tarsila

doi:10.1080/08920753.2020.1773211

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“…The Menhaden, Irish Sea Groundfish, Hawai‘i Coral Reef, and Louisiana Wetland Restoration case studies in particular involved extensive communication that, in effect, led to the co‐production of knowledge among scientists, managers, and stakeholders (Anstead et al, 2021; Bentley et al, 2021; de Mutsert et al, 2021; Weijerman et al, 2021). Early and iterative communication ensures that scientists understand the policy issue, stakeholders understand the capabilities and limitations of the model, the modelling objectives are well‐aligned with the policy question and can inform the available management options, and appropriate model outputs are agreed upon (Fulton et al, 2015; Jones & Seara, 2020; Tommasi et al, 2021). Effective communication builds familiarity, credibility, and confidence while also promoting transparency, trust, and an understanding of the political arena in which decisions are made (Djenontin & Meadow, 2018).…”

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It is past time to use ecosystem models tactically to support ecosystem‐based fisheries management: Case studies using Ecopath with Ecosim in an operational management context

Craig

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2023

Fish and Fisheries

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The implementation of ecosystem management requires ecosystem modelling within the context of a natural resource management process. Ecopath with Ecosim (EwE) is the most widely used modelling platform for investigating the dynamics of marine ecosystems, but has played a limited role in fisheries management and in multi‐sector resource decision‐making. We review 10 case studies that demonstrate the use of EwE to support operational resource management. EwE models are being used to inform tactical decision‐making in fisheries and other ocean use sectors, as well as to identify key trade‐offs, develop appropriate policy objectives, and reconcile conflicting legislative mandates in a variety of ecosystems. We suggest the following criteria to enhance the use of EwE and other ecosystem models in operational resource management: (1) a clear management objective that can be addressed through modelling; (2) an important trade‐off and a receptive policy context amenable to trade‐off evaluation; (3) an accessible and well‐documented model that follows best practices; (4) early and iterative engagement among scientists, stakeholders, and managers; (5) integration within a collaborative management process; (6) a multi‐model approach; and (7) a rigorous review process. Our review suggests that existing management frameworks are as much or more of a limitation to the operational use of EwE than technical issues related to data availability and model uncertainty. Ecosystem models are increasingly needed to facilitate more effective and transparent decision‐making. We assert that the requisite conditions currently exist for enhanced strategic and tactical use of EwE to support fisheries and natural resource management.

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It is past time to use ecosystem models tactically to support ecosystem‐based fisheries management: Case studies using Ecopath with Ecosim in an operational management context

Craig

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2023

Fish and Fisheries

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“…Investments and initiatives (pushing strategies) must be designed taking into account the specificities of the socio-ecological context (Rudd et al, 2018). Lessons can be learnt from other continents on how EAFM implementation processes have taken place, e.g USA (Levin et al, 2018;Jones and Seara, 2020), Canada (Stephenson et al, 2019b), and New Zealand (Mackinson and Middleton, 2018). Through gradual adjustment and iterative processes such knowledge and experience could be adjusted to the contextual conditions (Langlet and Rayfuse, 2019).…”

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Pulling mechanisms and pushing strategies: How to improve Ecosystem Approach Fisheries Management advice within the European Union’s Common Fisheries Policy

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“…However, it should be pointed out that the interests between them are not consistent, and there are even contradictions and conflicts in some areas. Achieving effective communication and coordination between them faces considerable challenges [57].…”

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The Practice of Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries on the High Seas: Challenges and Suggestions

Dong

Pei-qing

2022

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Since the 1990s, the Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries (EAF) has developed rapidly and become an important method of high seas fishery management. The EAF has already been practiced by many Regional Fisheries Management Organizations. The practice of the approach in the management of high seas fisheries faces numerous challenges, such as constraints by the approach, increasing stakeholders affecting the implementation of the EAF, inconsistency with political ocean boundaries, resistance from vested interests, and the threat of Illegal, Unreported, Unregulated fishing. In order to deal with the dilemma faced by EAF, ideas are proposed as follows, building a sense of maritime community with a shared future, advancing the approach by explicating definition, objectives, and priorities, strengthening coordination and cooperation between the states and regional fisheries organizations, adopting area-based management tools with biogeographical criteria, and enhancing the level of stakeholders’ participation.

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Integrating Stakeholders’ Perceptions into Decision-Making for Ecosystem-Based Fisheries Management

Cited by 6 publications

References 38 publications

It is past time to use ecosystem models tactically to support ecosystem‐based fisheries management: Case studies using Ecopath with Ecosim in an operational management context

It is past time to use ecosystem models tactically to support ecosystem‐based fisheries management: Case studies using Ecopath with Ecosim in an operational management context

Pulling mechanisms and pushing strategies: How to improve Ecosystem Approach Fisheries Management advice within the European Union’s Common Fisheries Policy

The Practice of Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries on the High Seas: Challenges and Suggestions

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