4,000 seeds of cod were released in the Gulf of Melano under EAFM's program

SEMATAN, Oct 14: As many as 4,000 seeds of cod were released in the Gulf of Melano here, in line with the Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries Management (EAFM) program to support fishery resource conservation and marine ecosystem sustainability.

The seeds discharge council was completed by the Director General of Sarawak Department of Marine Fisheries, Abdul Rahman Abdul Wahab along with the fishing community and locals.

According to the statement of JPLS, the programme also includes coastal cleaning activities to raise public awareness about the importance of maintaining coastal hygiene, preserving the environment and protecting marine ecosystems for the sustainability of fisheries resources.

"Presents were the Chief of Santubong Fisheries Region, Jackson Clive Jusak, Head of Fisheries Development Branch, Fairol Tajuddin, Chief of Sematan Fisheries District; as well as officials and staff of Sarawak Department of Maritime Fisheries from Sematan and Region.

"This initiative reflects the commitment of the Sarawak Department of Marine Fisheries along with local communities in conserving fishery resources and ensuring the sustainability of marine ecosystems for future generations", the statement said. -TVS