Catch shares in practice: Case studies

Alaska Halibut and Sablefish Fixed Gear IFQ Program

One of the first to include a variety of design elements to meet key social goals while also contributing to decreasing overcapitalization and increasing the value of the fishery.

British Columbia Integrated Groundfish Program

One of the most comprehensive catch share programs in the world; includes over 70 species, 30 of which are managed via quota, and includes all commercial fishermen targeting groundfish, regardless of gear type.

Chilean National Benthic Resources TURF Programme

Among the largest area-based catch share programs in the world; includes over 17,000 artisanal fishermen co-managing over 550 distinct areas along the coast.

Danish Pelagic and Demersal ITQ Programs

Demonstrate how innovative design features can be used to promote social goals within a system introduced for economic and biological reasons.