The Fisheries Administration of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries has notified the 2024 fishing ban in Cambodia from June 1 to Oct. 31.
The fishing ban is applicable for all fishing zones in the provinces of Kampong Chhnang, Pursat, Battambang, Pailin, Banteay Meanchey, Oddar Meanchey, Siem Reap, Kampong Thom, Preah Vihear, Rattanakiri, Mondulkiri, Kratie, Thbong Khmum, Kampong Cham, and some parts of Phnom Penh capital and Kandal province in the north of Chaktomuk River, from June 1 to Sept. 30.
The fishing zones in Prey Veng, Svay Rieng, Takeo, and Kampong Speu provinces, as well as some parts of Phnom Penh and Kandal in the south of Chaktomuk River will be closed from July 1 to Oct. 31.
During the periods banned, fishing activities with any kinds of gear, except the family ones, are not allowed in order to preserve the fish resources in Cambodia.
Source: Agence Kampuchea Presse