Mexico's Initiative to Combat Sargassum and Foster Sustainable Fisheries
Mexico's Ministry of Agriculture and Inapesca partner with international organizations to combat sargassum in the Caribbean. Utilizing the advanced “Dr. Jorge Carranza Fraser” vessel, they aim for sustainable solutions, turning the challenge into an opportunity for fisheries and ecological balance.
In a landmark move to address the persistent challenge of sargassum in the Mexican Caribbean. The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, in collaboration with the National Institute of Fisheries and Aquaculture (Inapesca), is set to embark on a comprehensive research initiative. This strategic endeavor aims not only to combat the adverse effects of sargassum but also to explore its potential for productive use.
The Minister of Agriculture, Víctor Villalobos Arámbula, recently presided over a significant milestone – the signing of a letter of intent between Inapesca and the Ministry of Finance and Public Credit. The ceremony took place during a visit to the Fishing and Oceanographic Research Vessel “Dr. Jorge Carranza Fraser,” a vessel emblematic of the collaborative efforts between the two agencies.
