Manu@FAO
@manufao.bsky.social
@FAO Assistant Director General and Director Fisheries & Aquaculture Division @FAOFish. Hon. Prof. @UniofExeter, Ex D-CEO @PlymouthMarine. Views=own
https://experts.exeter.ac.uk/43510-manuel-barange/about
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I am delighted to share that @fao.org #Fish4ACP programme is completing the first fish abundance survey of Lake Tanganyika since 1996. The survey will be repeated during the wet season to get a full picture of the state of the lake’s resources. This is a major achievement —>
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First fish stock assessment in 30 years underway on Lake Tanganyika
A landmark fish stock assessment has begun on Lake Tanganyika, the first of its kind in nearly 30 years. Hailed as an example of regional scientific collabor...
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September 24, 2025 at 7:59 AM
I am delighted to share that @fao.org #Fish4ACP programme is completing the first fish abundance survey of Lake Tanganyika since 1996. The survey will be repeated during the wet season to get a full picture of the state of the lake’s resources. This is a major achievement —>
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@fao.org welcomes the @wto.org Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies.
“This agreement is very positive for the sustainability of fisheries resources, which we all depend on,” said @manufao.bsky.social.
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#PSMA #FightIUUFishing
“This agreement is very positive for the sustainability of fisheries resources, which we all depend on,” said @manufao.bsky.social.
www.fao.org/newsroom/det...
#PSMA #FightIUUFishing
September 15, 2025 at 2:27 PM
@fao.org welcomes the @wto.org Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies.
“This agreement is very positive for the sustainability of fisheries resources, which we all depend on,” said @manufao.bsky.social.
www.fao.org/newsroom/det...
#PSMA #FightIUUFishing
“This agreement is very positive for the sustainability of fisheries resources, which we all depend on,” said @manufao.bsky.social.
www.fao.org/newsroom/det...
#PSMA #FightIUUFishing
The 2nd launch of FAO's Review of the State of World Marine Fishery Resources (the 1st was at #UNOC3 for delegates only) is planned for Sep 9. The report assesses 2,570 marine fish stocks using an updated methodology, the collective effort of 650 experts.
Register -->https://shorturl.at/4TNCm
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August 20, 2025 at 10:04 AM
The 2nd launch of FAO's Review of the State of World Marine Fishery Resources (the 1st was at #UNOC3 for delegates only) is planned for Sep 9. The report assesses 2,570 marine fish stocks using an updated methodology, the collective effort of 650 experts.
Register -->https://shorturl.at/4TNCm
Register -->https://shorturl.at/4TNCm
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When science guides the response, fish stocks rebuild and recover.
Saving the ocean without excluding people: when science, governance and cooperation work together.
@manufao.bsky.social explains 👉 bit.ly/3G6xuuC
#BlueTransformation #UNOC3
Saving the ocean without excluding people: when science, governance and cooperation work together.
@manufao.bsky.social explains 👉 bit.ly/3G6xuuC
#BlueTransformation #UNOC3
June 24, 2025 at 10:09 AM
When science guides the response, fish stocks rebuild and recover.
Saving the ocean without excluding people: when science, governance and cooperation work together.
@manufao.bsky.social explains 👉 bit.ly/3G6xuuC
#BlueTransformation #UNOC3
Saving the ocean without excluding people: when science, governance and cooperation work together.
@manufao.bsky.social explains 👉 bit.ly/3G6xuuC
#BlueTransformation #UNOC3
Yesterday at #UNOC3 I launched FAO’s report on the State of Marine Fisheries, with information from 2,570 fish stocks, classified into tiers depending on data and uncertainties. The most comprehensive, participatory and transparent assessment ever done, engaging over 650 experts. shorturl.at/gHVgJ
June 12, 2025 at 9:09 AM
Yesterday at #UNOC3 I launched FAO’s report on the State of Marine Fisheries, with information from 2,570 fish stocks, classified into tiers depending on data and uncertainties. The most comprehensive, participatory and transparent assessment ever done, engaging over 650 experts. shorturl.at/gHVgJ
Sustainable Small Scale #Fisheries are key to #foodsecurity and #livelihoods, and a key part of @FAO #bluetransformation. Delighted to meet representatives of this subsector in @FAO HQ once again.
May 22, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Sustainable Small Scale #Fisheries are key to #foodsecurity and #livelihoods, and a key part of @FAO #bluetransformation. Delighted to meet representatives of this subsector in @FAO HQ once again.
A #SouthAfrica gathering @FAO welcoming Prof Maxi Schoeman, Dr Anthony Bizos (UPretoria), and Mr Jaimal Anand, to discuss diplomacy and ocean matters.
May 22, 2025 at 10:55 AM
A #SouthAfrica gathering @FAO welcoming Prof Maxi Schoeman, Dr Anthony Bizos (UPretoria), and Mr Jaimal Anand, to discuss diplomacy and ocean matters.
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To mark its 80th anniversary, @fao.org has launched a special recognition for sustainable fisheries and aquaculture practices driving the #BlueTransformation of aquatic food systems.
Know an entity making impact?
🗓️ Nominate them by 30 June 👉 buff.ly/zPGG1Pz
#FAO80
Know an entity making impact?
🗓️ Nominate them by 30 June 👉 buff.ly/zPGG1Pz
#FAO80
March 19, 2025 at 1:12 PM
To mark its 80th anniversary, @fao.org has launched a special recognition for sustainable fisheries and aquaculture practices driving the #BlueTransformation of aquatic food systems.
Know an entity making impact?
🗓️ Nominate them by 30 June 👉 buff.ly/zPGG1Pz
#FAO80
Know an entity making impact?
🗓️ Nominate them by 30 June 👉 buff.ly/zPGG1Pz
#FAO80
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Farmers of the water!
Divided into 3 units for teachers and students, this toolkit highlights the environmental, social and economic benefits of farmed aquatic foodsystems, with activities centred around enjoyable learning, teamwork and critical thinking.
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#WorldWaterDay
Divided into 3 units for teachers and students, this toolkit highlights the environmental, social and economic benefits of farmed aquatic foodsystems, with activities centred around enjoyable learning, teamwork and critical thinking.
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#WorldWaterDay
March 22, 2025 at 7:33 AM
Farmers of the water!
Divided into 3 units for teachers and students, this toolkit highlights the environmental, social and economic benefits of farmed aquatic foodsystems, with activities centred around enjoyable learning, teamwork and critical thinking.
🔗 buff.ly/6h8UgZz
#WorldWaterDay
Divided into 3 units for teachers and students, this toolkit highlights the environmental, social and economic benefits of farmed aquatic foodsystems, with activities centred around enjoyable learning, teamwork and critical thinking.
🔗 buff.ly/6h8UgZz
#WorldWaterDay
Has your institution, agency, department contribute significantly to the development of #sustainable #fisheries and/or #aquaculture? FAO will recognize you as part of the #FAO80 anniversary. Call is open until June 30.
March 19, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Has your institution, agency, department contribute significantly to the development of #sustainable #fisheries and/or #aquaculture? FAO will recognize you as part of the #FAO80 anniversary. Call is open until June 30.
We are recruiting: Looking for a senior (P5 -highest technical level) #inland #fisheries expert to lead our global work. Initially for two years (but it is a long-term post). Come to our @fao HQ in Rome —>
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March 10, 2025 at 9:21 AM
We are recruiting: Looking for a senior (P5 -highest technical level) #inland #fisheries expert to lead our global work. Initially for two years (but it is a long-term post). Come to our @fao HQ in Rome —>
jobs.fao.org/careersectio...
jobs.fao.org/careersectio...
1/2 This week I attended the Honiara Summit on #SDG14.4 in Solomon Islands. Very large representation of heads of State and Ministers of #fisheries (or equivalent) from Pacific countries, and a very large presence of Secretaries of #RFMOs.
February 27, 2025 at 4:15 AM
1/2 This week I attended the Honiara Summit on #SDG14.4 in Solomon Islands. Very large representation of heads of State and Ministers of #fisheries (or equivalent) from Pacific countries, and a very large presence of Secretaries of #RFMOs.
Today I am in the @ec.europa.eu at a high level round table on the EU_MARE #Oceans Pact. Offering @fao.org views for a sustainable and productive ocean. The EU imports 50% of its aquatic food consumption, so the #Oceans Pact must have a global component.
February 21, 2025 at 8:14 AM
Today I am in the @ec.europa.eu at a high level round table on the EU_MARE #Oceans Pact. Offering @fao.org views for a sustainable and productive ocean. The EU imports 50% of its aquatic food consumption, so the #Oceans Pact must have a global component.
GREAT JOB OPPORTUNITY: We are looking for a world leader in Inland Fisheries (P5 level) for our @FAOfish HQ in Rome. Starts with a 2-yr contract but it is a long-termed-funded position. APPLY APPLY and CIRCULATE. Applications close March 7
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February 20, 2025 at 9:12 AM
GREAT JOB OPPORTUNITY: We are looking for a world leader in Inland Fisheries (P5 level) for our @FAOfish HQ in Rome. Starts with a 2-yr contract but it is a long-termed-funded position. APPLY APPLY and CIRCULATE. Applications close March 7
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In 2023/24 an #ElNiño event affected fisheries worldwide. @fao.org summarized impacts and responses in this new report —> openknowledge.fao.org/items/83435c...
December 31, 2024 at 9:06 AM
In 2023/24 an #ElNiño event affected fisheries worldwide. @fao.org summarized impacts and responses in this new report —> openknowledge.fao.org/items/83435c...
Some relatively good news to end the year: Per capita GHG emissions in 2023 (4.8t CO2 equivalent) were 24% BELOW pre-pandemic times, says @UNEP shorturl.at/pWRcu
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December 30, 2024 at 9:10 AM
Some relatively good news to end the year: Per capita GHG emissions in 2023 (4.8t CO2 equivalent) were 24% BELOW pre-pandemic times, says @UNEP shorturl.at/pWRcu
A reminder that FAO e-learning academy offers a large collection of free and certified e-learning courses -->shorturl.at/M6c3N.
The latest #fisheries and #aquaculture additions are:
- an “Emergency preparedness for aquatic disease outbreaks” --> lnkd.in/dApskZHM
The latest #fisheries and #aquaculture additions are:
- an “Emergency preparedness for aquatic disease outbreaks” --> lnkd.in/dApskZHM
December 19, 2024 at 9:05 AM
A reminder that FAO e-learning academy offers a large collection of free and certified e-learning courses -->shorturl.at/M6c3N.
The latest #fisheries and #aquaculture additions are:
- an “Emergency preparedness for aquatic disease outbreaks” --> lnkd.in/dApskZHM
The latest #fisheries and #aquaculture additions are:
- an “Emergency preparedness for aquatic disease outbreaks” --> lnkd.in/dApskZHM
88% of the total commercial tuna catch comes from stocks at “healthy” levels of abundance, and 87% of stocks are not experiencing overfishing, according to the International Seafood Sustainability Foundation latest Status of Stocks report --> shorturl.at/a0J2x. #BlueTransformatiom
ISSF 2024-07: Status of the World Fisheries for Tuna. November 2024*
ISSF 2024-07: Status of the World Fisheries for Tuna. November 2024 summarizes and rates the status and management of 23 major commercial tuna stocks, based on the most recent scientific assessments a...
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December 4, 2024 at 8:14 AM
88% of the total commercial tuna catch comes from stocks at “healthy” levels of abundance, and 87% of stocks are not experiencing overfishing, according to the International Seafood Sustainability Foundation latest Status of Stocks report --> shorturl.at/a0J2x. #BlueTransformatiom
We are recruiting! @fao.org is looking for a Senior Fishery Officer (Fishery Economics), P-5. As always in @fao.org it starts with a 2-yr appointment, but this is a regular budget position. Apply! jobs.fao.org/careersectio...
Senior Fishery Officer (Fishery Economics)
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December 2, 2024 at 3:34 PM
We are recruiting! @fao.org is looking for a Senior Fishery Officer (Fishery Economics), P-5. As always in @fao.org it starts with a 2-yr appointment, but this is a regular budget position. Apply! jobs.fao.org/careersectio...
@fao.org announces a virtual course “Development of an Active Surveillance Design for #Tilapia and #Catfish #Diseases in Lake Victoria”, 3-5 December 2024. Learn more about the event here: bit.ly/3Viqr6C. Country nationals of Burundi, Kenya, Ruwanda, Tanzania, Uganda can attend in person
December 2, 2024 at 10:50 AM
@fao.org announces a virtual course “Development of an Active Surveillance Design for #Tilapia and #Catfish #Diseases in Lake Victoria”, 3-5 December 2024. Learn more about the event here: bit.ly/3Viqr6C. Country nationals of Burundi, Kenya, Ruwanda, Tanzania, Uganda can attend in person
At UNFCCC #COP29 @fao.org presented country by country impacts of climate change on marine biomass. The report’s results were the average of 2 emission scenarios, 2 GCMs and 9 ecosystem models. The best there is. Here —> shorturl.at/h07cs
December 1, 2024 at 9:44 AM
At UNFCCC #COP29 @fao.org presented country by country impacts of climate change on marine biomass. The report’s results were the average of 2 emission scenarios, 2 GCMs and 9 ecosystem models. The best there is. Here —> shorturl.at/h07cs