The First Artificial Reefs Met the Sea in Aliağa Bay

16/02/2024 TURKIYE

The first reefs of the project, where a total of 600 reefs are planned to be laid, were Izmir Provincial Director of Agriculture and Forestry Mustafa ŞAHİN, Aliağa Mayor Serkan ACAR District Governor Zekeriya GÜNEY Fisheries and Aquaculture Branch Manager Bülent CANATAN District Agriculture and Forestry Manager Selim AKSAKAL Fisheries Cooperative Board Members and It met with the sea with the participation of its president.

The aim of the Project carried out in Aliağa Bay is to support and diversify the marine life in the bay. Artificial reefs will contribute to the enrichment of the marine ecosystem by providing living space and breeding grounds on the seabed. At the same time, it will contribute to the local economy and the livelihood of fishermen by supporting fishing activities.

Provincial Director Mustafa ŞAHİN said the following about the project: “We have taken an important step to protect and increase natural marine life. "Artificial reefs will contribute to the enrichment of marine biology and the sustainability of fishing activities."

The artificial reef project sets an example not only for the Aliağa Bay, but also for similar projects across the country in the field of environmental protection and sustainable fishing. By expanding such environmental projects, it is aimed to protect marine ecosystems and leave a healthy environment for future generations.

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