Chetumal, Quintana Roo — Fishing cooperatives in Quintana Roo have launched the lobster capture season, one of the state’s most important fisheries, under sustainable management guidelines aimed at preserving the species for future years.
Authorized vessels began operations this week following regulations designed to maintain healthy lobster populations. Industry representatives said they expect good production across various areas of the state, but market conditions have created uncertainty among fishermen.
Commercial prices remain below those of previous seasons, raising concerns about the income that cooperatives and fishing families will earn. Lobster caught in Quintana Roo supplies both domestic and international markets, so demand and pricing directly affect the livelihoods of coastal communities.
Despite the challenging commercial outlook, fishermen remain hopeful for strong catch volumes in the coming months. They continue to apply the established management measures to ensure responsible and sustainable harvesting of the resource.
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