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Sustainable fisheries help balance the needs of the fishing industry, preserving the health of marine and estuarine ecosystems, and maintaining a viable seafood supply. Fishing techniques such as size limits, closed seasons and catch quotas are integral methods of preserving both fish stocks and their habitat, while practices such as selective fishing, bycatch reduction and catch monitoring are essential in using resources responsibly and preserving the future of the fishing industry. Through careful management, sustainable fisheries can help ensure the biological, economic and social sustainability of fishing communities.

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