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Highlights: Marine fish are a good source of protein, Fe, Zn, Ca, vitamin A, and DHA. Pelagic small fish are more nutritious than other...

This study provides an overview of the current state of play in selectivity developments in EU fisheries by i) outlining the existing technical (gear) and tactical selectivity measures to reduce unwanted...

This briefing summarises some of the ways in which climate change is impacting Europe’s marine ecosystems. It identifies how various ecosystem features are influenced by climate...

This study is the second in a series of three research papers, prepared for a PECH Committee Workshop. It examines the marine biodiversity aspects of the European Green Deal. It explores...

EEA indicators are designed to support all phases of environmental policy making, from designing policy frameworks to setting targets, and from policy monitoring and evaluation to communicating to policy-makers...

The complexity of coastal fisheries requires a management system that is able to integrate multiple interactions in order to gradually achieve sustainability. We argue that regional co-management can appropriately...

AlgaeTraits provides standardised trait information for all European seaweeds, enabling the use of trait-based approaches over broad taxonomic, spatial and temporal scales. AlgaeTraits is a thematic...

The analysis of biological and ecological traits has a long history in evolutionary and ecological research. However, trait data are often scattered and standardised terminology that transcends taxonomic...

This communication outlines the orientations for the Commission proposals for fishing opportunities for 2024 and starts a consultation process with interested actors. The proposals will aim to keep stocks that have reached...