OECD Review of Fisheries 2011
Policies and Summary Statistics
This Review contains a General Survey of Policy Developments based on material submitted by OECD member countries, information gathered on observer and enhanced engagement countries, and an overview of recent activities of the Committee of Fisheries. It also includes a special chapter which is the Chairs' Report from the Round Table on Eco-labelling and Certification in the Fisheries Sector. Finally, it contains Country Notes on the state of fisheries in OECD and observer countries.
Belgium
Belgium
The total catch by Belgian vessels in 2008 decreased by 7% to 20 012 tonnes, compared to 21 577 tonnes in 2007. 86% of this volume was landed in Belgian ports. The average price paid in both Belgian and foreign ports was EUR 3.81/kg. The total value of the catch in both Belgian and foreign ports amounted to EUR 76.3 million (–15%). In 2009, landings decreased by 4% to 19 171 tonnes, compared to 2008. Of this amount, 80% was landed in Belgian ports (–6%). The prices for fishery products decreased to 3.56\EUR/kg. The total value of the catches decreased by 10% to EUR 68.3 million.