World-Fisheries Day

World Fisheries Day, observed annually on November 21, serves as a poignant reminder of global fisheries' significance and the individuals who dedicate their lives to this industry. It honors the dedication of fishermen and women who endure harsh conditions and long working days at sea, whether for commercial or subsistence purposes. This observance also highlights the challenges facing the world's fisheries and underscores the need for responsible management and sustainability.

For more information view NOAA Fisheries article by Alexa Cole, Director for NOAA Fisheries Office of International Affairs, Trade and Commerce: World Fisheries Day: A Message from Alexa Cole.

Resources:
Aquatics & Fisheries, Playlist, Purdue Extension – Forestry and Natural Resources 
Pond and Wildlife Management Website, Purdue Extension 
Sustainable Aquaculture: What does it mean to you?, The Education Store 
Aquatic Plant Management, Ask an Expert 
Fish Atlas, your go-to mapping tool for Lake Michigan's fisheries data 
Angler Archive, for World Fisheries Day dive into the Angler Archive 
IISG 2023 Spring Fisheries Workshop Playlist
Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant (IISG) Buoys