NewzQueensland seafood retailers are expressing concern regarding the economic viability of their businesses following a scheduled ban on gillnet fishing. The upcoming policy change, which restricts the use of gillnets in certain areas, has raised alarms that local commercial fishers may be forced to cease operations due to the new regulations.
Industry stakeholders suggest that a reduction in the number of active fishers could lead to supply chain disruptions and increased operational challenges for small seafood shops. The situation highlights the potential tension between environmental policy objectives and the immediate commercial interests of the regional seafood sector.
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