Kawakawa, Donu ban starts from Monday, Beche-de-mer harvest period extended
A comprehensive seasonal ban on all species of Grouper (Kawakawa) and Coral Trout (Donu) is now in place to protect these vital fish species during their peak breeding se
Tag: Forestry
Colo-i-Suva forest park temporarily closed
The Colo-i-Suva Forest Park is temporarily closed until further notice due to adverse weather conditions affecting the area.The Ministry of Forestry say this precautio
Pearl farming initiative in Bua records 405 juvenile oyster spats despite challenges
A pearl farming initiative in Bua has produced 405 healthy juvenile oyster spats despite lower harvest numbers and challenging conditions, as efforts continue to support
Nabalabala farmer steps up aquaculture venture in Ra
A farmer from Nabalabala Village in Ra is stepping up his aquaculture venture, aiming to boost income and support food security in his community.The Ministry of Fisheries
Immediate clean-up took place after Galoa Seawall littering incident by Ministry staff
The Ministry of Fisheries and Forestry has moved quickly to address concerns after a video surfaced that Ministry of Fisheries staff based at Galoa in Navua had litter
Box Jellyfish warning issued for Fiji waters
Fijians are being warned to take extra care at sea following reports of the presence of the highly venomous Box Jellyfish in local waters.The Ministry of Health, in colla
Nadivakarua Women’s Group fish pond project aims to improve food security
Villagers of Nadivakarua in Kubulau, Bua, were assisted by the Ministry of Fisheries, Fiji Aquaculture team in the Northern Division, who recently worked together with
Rokobiau urges women to pursue leadership with confidence
Acting Chief Economic Planning Officer at the Ministry of Fisheries, Alumeci Rokobiau is calling on women across Fiji to pursue leadership with confidence and purpose
Ban lifted on harvesting and trading sea cucumbers temporarily lifted
The ban on harvesting and trading sea cucumbers will be temporarily lifted from today to 31st July, subject to strict conditions under the Offshore Fisheries Management R
PS Fisheries reassigned as Head of Fiji Learning Institute for Public Service
Permanent Secretary for Fisheries and Forestry, Atelaite Rokosuka has been reassigned as the Head of Fiji Learning Institute for Public Service from this week.Rokosuka wa
Landowners to have greater authority over forest licensing as Parliament unanimously passes Forestry Bill
Landowners will now have stronger authority over who operates on their land, as the Forestry Bill has been unanimously passed by Parliament which requires that a licence
Bamboo could transform housing and livelihoods in Fiji - Bainivalu
Bamboo is rapidly emerging as a game-changing resource for Fiji, offering renewable, climate-resilient, and economically inclusive solutions that could revolutionise hous
Villages encouraged to propagate seedlings which can serve as source of income
Villages and communities are encouraged to propagate seedlings, which can be utilised in areas that have experienced significant deforestation. These seedlings can als
More than 19 million trees planted under the 30 Million Trees in 15 Years program
The 30 Million Trees in 15 Years initiative is progressing well, and according to the Minister for Forest Alitia Bainivalu, more than 19 million trees have been planted u
Villages in Rewa and Tailevu deltas receive $170,000 worth of forestry equipment for their businesses
Villages from the Rewa and Tailevu deltas were overwhelmed by the $170,000 worth of equipment given by the Ministry of Forestry and Fisheries to their forestry small, mic
Nadarivatu Forest Park opens
It will be a new experience for Fijians as they can now explore the untouched beauty of Nadarivatu through the Nadarivatu Forest Park after its opening. The facility o
Women in Tailevu and Rewa lead Mangrove conservation with new skills
A group of 60 women from coastal villages in Tailevu and Rewa have gained vital new skills that not only support their families but also contribute to environmental cons
First barge of pine harvested from Muani Pine Scheme arrives in Lautoka
The Fiji Pine industry marked a significant milestone today as the first barge load of pine harvested from the Muani Pine Scheme in Kadavu has successfully arrived at Lau
Cabinet approves review of Fiji’s mahogany industry
Cabinet has approved the review of Fiji’s mahogany industry by an inter-Ministry Taskforce, with the inclusion of key private sector stakeholders and professionals
Tavuki and Solodamu resource owners to benefit through Ministry’s donation of seedlings
Tavuki and Solodamu Villages in Kadavu will now benefit more from their land after the Ministry of Fisheries and Forestry handed over 1,000 lime plant seedlings and 400 c
Forestry sector achieved a record-breaking export revenue of $118.5 million in 2021 – PM
The forestry sector achieved a record-breaking export revenue of $118.5 million in 2021, up $41.9 million compared to 2020. This was highlighted by Prime Minister Vore