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Seychelles strengthens recovery and recycling of lost fishing gear

Seychelles News Agency reports that a Japan-funded regional project involving Seychelles, Mauritius, Madagascar and Comoros has entered its final phase. Implemented with FAO support, the initiative aims to recover, recycle and improve management of abandoned or lost fishing gear and end-of-life equipment, reducing marine pollution and supporting sustainable fisheries.

Source: Seychelles News Agency · Verified: 2026-10-15

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Seychelles ministry reviews tuna processing and value addition

The fisheries and agriculture minister visited Indian Ocean Tuna Limited to review processing capacity, export operations, employment, sustainability and use of fish by-products across the tuna value chain.

Source: Seychelles Ministry of Fisheries, Agriculture and Blue Economy · Verified: 2026-10-13

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Seychelles and EU launch the 2026–2030 fisheries partnership protocol

Seychelles and the European Union launched operations under their new sustainable fisheries partnership protocol and approved sectoral support priorities, including artisanal fishing communities, aquaculture development, research and monitoring.

Source: Seychelles Ministry of Fisheries, Agriculture and Blue Economy · Verified: 2026-10-13

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Seychelles explores marine science and seafood-processing cooperation with China

A Seychelles delegation took part in the 2026 Global Ocean Development Forum and visited marine science and seafood-processing institutions while exploring cooperation on sustainable marine industries and resource management.

Source: Seychelles Ministry of Fisheries, Agriculture and Blue Economy · Verified: 2026-10-13

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Seychelles trains agriculture and health staff in biosafety cabinet use

Seychelles’ Ministry of Fisheries, Agriculture and Blue Economy reported that a three-day training in August 2026 certified seven participants from the Agriculture Department, Ministry of Health and private sector in safe operation and maintenance of biosafety cabinets and laboratory equipment.

Source: Seychelles Ministry of Fisheries, Agriculture and Blue Economy · Verified: 2026-10-13

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International research explores a geographical indication for Seychelles honey

Seychelles’ Agriculture Department hosted a research mission assessing the potential for a Geographical Indication for local honey. The study engaged public agencies, standards and trade bodies, and beekeepers, and highlighted coordination, equipment, investment and technical training needs in the sector.

Source: Seychelles Ministry of Fisheries, Agriculture and Blue Economy · Verified: 2026-10-13

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Seychelles strengthens capacity to develop locally adapted biofertilizers

Seychelles’ Agriculture Department reports that a five-day biofertilizer-development training was held under IAEA technical cooperation project SEY5013. Training covered microbial isolation, quality control, biosafety, culture production and greenhouse/field application, with the aim of building local expertise and improving sustainable nutrient management.

Source: Seychelles Ministry of Fisheries, Agriculture and Blue Economy · Verified: 2026-10-15

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FAO supports review of biosafety governance in Seychelles

FAO’s Development Law Service reported that Seychelles’ environment ministry and partner agencies reviewed and validated a draft report on governance of genetically modified organisms and biosafety legislation. The work relates to implementation of the Cartagena Protocol and the national regulatory framework affecting agricultural biotechnology.

Source: FAO Development Law Service · Verified: 2026-10-13

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