Sea Cucumber Fishery Licensing Policy Framework.

This Policy Framework, created under the provisions of the Fisheries Act no. 18 of 2018, provides for the conservation, management and sustainable use of the sea cucumber species in Jamaica and of their habitat, in order to ensure the diversification and sustainable use of the country’s fishable resources. The Policy defines the species of sea cucumbers found in Jamaica and establishes total allowable catch limits and the introduction of individual fishing quotas, with input control measures such restricted number of licences, closed seasons, protected areas and minimum sizes. The Policy also defines conditions for granting of licenses to fish for sea cucumbers, including: payment of licensing fee; prohibition of transshipment and harvesting of other species; report of conflicts to the National Fisheries Authority.