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Small-scale fisheries in Poland represent almost 85% of the fleet but are only responsible for 30% of the catch volume. They are important because of their impact on employment and the cultural heritage of coastal regions. Although the value of small-scale fisheries in economic terms is not significant, they influence other economic activities in the area and are seen as an important factor in local development. The Polish central government has appreciated the role of small-scale fisheries in coastal regions and currently supports this segment by financing harbour infrastructure and supporting producer organisations in the organisation of local markets. The future of the sector, however, depends primarily on the availability of resources in the Baltic Sea. If these allow for a balance between operating costs with revenues from fish sales and subsidies for administrative suspensions of fishing, income from other economic activities should be sufficient for fishers to continue their profession. |
