Case 2-15 Strengthening linkages among organisations within the fisheries value chain (VC): case of the establishment of a national organisation of VC-related associations in Senegal
Key words | Fisheries value chain, National Resource Management Assistance Committee (CNAAP), seafood processors and exporters |
Context | How can the government work to build consensus among various organisations involved in resource management, which encompasses the entire fisheries value chain from fishing to processing, distribution, and export, and to strengthen coordination for resource management activities? This case study provides an answer to the question. |
Content | As a measure to strengthen the fisheries value chain, the Government of Senegal created the National Support Commission for the Management of Fisheries (CNAAP) by Ministerial Order 07397 of 19 May 2016. The CNAAP is a consultative body composed of the Ministry of Fisheries and Maritime Economy, sectorial associations such as CRODT, UPAMES and GAIPES, and CLPAs throughout the territory in order to support fisheries resource management. By involving relevant organisations encompassing all stages of the value chain, from catching and landing to distribution, processing and export, the CNAAP, in collaboration with the National Executive Bureau of the CLPA Network, provides a discussion platform aimed at promoting the overall management of fisheries resources at the national level. |
Lessons Learned | The CNAAP was created as a consultative body for industry associations in the fisheries value chain, creating a platform for discussion on the management of fisheries resources by including companies exporting fisheries products. |
Guideline chapter relevant to this case study | Chapter 2 Establishing and strengthening the resource management implementation system 2.5 Enhancing collaboration within the fisheries value chainResource management activities can enhance the effectiveness of fishing regulations such as closed seasons and fish length limits by developing partnerships with processors and exporters in the value chain. This is because, even if a closed season is established, fishermen will catch the protected resource to maintain their livelihood if fishery companies purchase the resource during the season. |
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