In another sign of Japan’s intention to expand their whaling program, their Parliament today passed a bill which enshrines national funding for the heavily subsidized industry into the future. A spokesman claimed “This bill lays down the necessary matters to carry out scientific research whaling in a [...]
While everyone was frothing over the Comey / Sessions material, Trump and his team slipped through reduced protection measures for whales and turtles. The Obama administration (yes I know not everyone liked him) had proposed measures in 2015 to reduce the bycatch of endangered animals, including whales, [...]
After recently assisting in the Philippines on Fisheries Patrols, I have real concerns that their fishery hangs in the balance. There are so many warning signs that a collapse is imminent, but little wonder when you understand the many factors impacting this crucial resource. Part of the [...]