small-scale fishing trawl

Artisanal fishing: definition, explanations

Artisanal fishing distinguishes fisheries that involve technical but non-industrialized operators; typically a small, decentralized operation.

Artisanal fishing normally comes from subsistence fishing although sometimes the catch may be sold.

Usually, fishing trips are short and often with coastal fishing and small fishing vessels, but in developed countries these vessels may refer to trawlers, purse seiners or longliners. See also recreational fishing.

The boundaries of small and large fishing structures vary by country and fishery.

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