Celtic Sea
Squid are targeted by demersal trawls using smaller mesh sizes during certain times of year. This is a less selective method than jigging and trawl gear has an impact on the seabed and some issues with bycatch of non target species.
Cornwall
Handlining for squid with lures is also known as jigging. It is a selective low impact method that produces the finest quality fresh catch.
Cornwall
Gill nets are used during winter months on the south coast to target mackerel.
Cornish waters VIIe, f, g and h
Ring nets are used to encircle a shoal of pelagic fish. the main target species are sardines and anchovies but occasionally there is a by catch of mackerel landed.
Cornwall areas VIIe and VIIf
Mackerel handling is a low impact, selective method of fishing using hook and line.
Cornish coastal water
Seaweed is hand collected on a small scale with minimal impact at current low levels. current methodology does not allow seaweed to be rated using MCS ratings system, however it is recommended by Cornwall Good Seafood Guide.
Cornwall
Seaweed is being farmed in Cornwall on a small scale but there are plans to upscale in the future. The current MCS methodology does not allow seaweed to be rated, however it is recommended by Cornwall Good Seafood Guide
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