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Oceanic Fisheries Programme

Oceanic Fisheries Programme

Oceanic Fisheries Programme OFP Goal (FAME Strategic Plan 2013 -2016) “Fisheries exploiting the region’s

Oceanic Fisheries Programme OFP Goal (FAME Strategic Plan 2013 -2016) “Fisheries exploiting the region’s resources of tuna, billfish and related species are managed for economic and ecological sustainability using the best available scientific information”

Oceanic Fisheries Programme Stock Assessment & Modelling Data Management Fisheries Monitoring Ecosystem Monitoring &

Oceanic Fisheries Programme Stock Assessment & Modelling Data Management Fisheries Monitoring Ecosystem Monitoring & Assessment WCPFC Services Tuna Tagging & Biology Sub-Regional &National Services Data Acquisition & Quality Control National Fishery Monitoring Support Ecosystem Dynamics & Climate Change IT Support National Services & Capacity Building Observer Training & Support Ecosystem Modelling Deep Water Snapper By-Catch Monitoring

Oceanic Fisheries Programme • Client-based scientific service delivery – SPC members – FFA and

Oceanic Fisheries Programme • Client-based scientific service delivery – SPC members – FFA and sub-regional groups – WCPFC • Capacity building a major cross-cutting theme • 2015 projected budget approximately 8. 6 million CFP units

Funding and Projects Source of funds Approximate 2015 Income (CFP Units) SPC core Programme

Funding and Projects Source of funds Approximate 2015 Income (CFP Units) SPC core Programme funding (AUS) 1, 200, 000 900, 000 Programme funding (NZ) WCPFC services and projects (WCPFC) Sci. COFish (EU) Food security projects (AUS) Science & information project (NZ) PIOFMPII (GEF) Other miscellaneous project sources 300, 000 2, 400, 000 790, 000 960, 000 690, 000 390, 000 1, 200, 000

Stock Assessment & Modelling Regional stock assessments for tuna and tuna-like species undertaken Subregional

Stock Assessment & Modelling Regional stock assessments for tuna and tuna-like species undertaken Subregional fisheries management initiatives supported National fisheries management initiatives supported Capacity built and communication improved

Recent highlights

Recent highlights

Recent highlights

Recent highlights

2015 -16 key areas

2015 -16 key areas

Other emerging issues Scientific review • Capacity building • Independent reviews WCPFC decisions •

Other emerging issues Scientific review • Capacity building • Independent reviews WCPFC decisions • Increased bioeconomic analysis • Harvest Control Rules • Improve communication National needs • More short-term attachments • Data analysis training

Some guidance from you … Is this still a priority area? How does it

Some guidance from you … Is this still a priority area? How does it compare to other priorities? If we can’t do it all – which parts are important?

Fisheries Monitoring Tim Lawson, Principal Fisheries Scientist Deirdre Brogan, Fisheries Monitoring Supervisor Peter Sharples,

Fisheries Monitoring Tim Lawson, Principal Fisheries Scientist Deirdre Brogan, Fisheries Monitoring Supervisor Peter Sharples, Observer Support and Development Coordinator Siosifa Fukofuka, Observer Training and Support Officer Manoi Kutan, Observer Debriefer Training and Support Officer Glen English, Observer Training and Support Officer (South Pacific) Ferral Lasi, Data Collection Officer

Result Areas • Result 2. 1: WCPFC is provided with efficient and cost -effective

Result Areas • Result 2. 1: WCPFC is provided with efficient and cost -effective fishery monitoring and analytical services to support regional oceanic fisheries • Result 2. 2: Enhanced national oceanic fishery monitoring by SPC members to meet national and international obligations • Result 2. 3: Enhanced capacity of SPC members in fisheries monitoring, data management and data use

STAFF – 2013 to March 2015 Section Manager MAIN FOCUS Administration and data analysis

STAFF – 2013 to March 2015 Section Manager MAIN FOCUS Administration and data analysis National fisheries monitoring programmes Observer Support and Development Observer support and training Fisheries Monitoring Supervisor Coordinator Senior Observer Trainer and Support Officer Observer Debriefer Training and Support Officer (to March 2015) Observer Training and Support Officer (to Dec 2014) Data Collection Officer (to Aug 2013) Sampling protocols, including paired grab and spill samples

STAFF – from April 2015 Section Manager Fisheries Monitoring Supervisor Observer Programme Adviser MAIN

STAFF – from April 2015 Section Manager Fisheries Monitoring Supervisor Observer Programme Adviser MAIN FOCUS Section administration and data analysis National fisheries monitoring programmes Observer support and training Observer Programme Training Coordinator • EU/SCICOFISH and NZ Aid project funding ends in March 2015. • FMS, OPA & OPTC positions will be on programme funding (Aus. Aid) from April 2015 onwards. • What level of regional support for observer programmes is required in the future? To be discussed tomorrow (WP 6).

Result 2. 1: WCPFC Services Activities in 2013 -2014 • WCPFC Project 60: “Collection

Result 2. 1: WCPFC Services Activities in 2013 -2014 • WCPFC Project 60: “Collection and Evaluation of Purse-Seine Species Composition Data” to compare spill samples and grab samples collected on purse seiners was completed. The final report was submitted to SC 10 as Information Paper ST–IP– 02. • Purse-seine catches and length frequencies are now estimated from grab samples corrected for selectivity bias, using GLMs or pooling, on a regular basis. • See Information Paper 4: FAME Programme Report, 2013– 2014

Result 2. 1: WCPFC Services Key Issue • From the final report of WCPFC

Result 2. 1: WCPFC Services Key Issue • From the final report of WCPFC Project 60: “Spill sampling has been shown, on both a theoretical and empirical basis, to be a more accurate and reliable protocol for the collection of species and size composition data than grab sampling. ” • So, where to from here? SC 10 has requested that a “Plan” for implementation be developed. • But for SPC members, implementation is really up to the national observer programmes. All that is required is a bin on the vessel, an observer trained in spill sampling, and a cooperative crew. • Some programmes, particularly PNG and Solomon Islands, have experienced observers that can train others. Otherwise, SPC can provide assistance.

Dimensions of the Standard Spill Sampling Bin See Information Paper SC 10 -ST–IP– 02

Dimensions of the Standard Spill Sampling Bin See Information Paper SC 10 -ST–IP– 02 for the spill sampling protocol.

Result 2. 2: Enhanced Fisheries monitoring Activities in 2013 -2014 • Data collection forms,

Result 2. 2: Enhanced Fisheries monitoring Activities in 2013 -2014 • Data collection forms, sampling manuals, species ID guides and training videos were developed and distributed. • MOUs were updated for provision of technical assiantance and funding for sampling programmes: Cook Islands, Kiribati, Nauru, Samoa, Tuvalu and Vanuatu. • In-country technical assistance was provided: FSM, Kiribati, Nauru, Solomon Islands, Tuvalu. • Attachment training at SPC was provided: Kiribati, Marshall islands. • Pacific Island Regional Fisheries Observer (PIRFO) standards were developed. • See Information Paper 4: FAME Programme Report, 2013– 2014

PIRFO Purse-Seine Fish ID Cards PIRFO Tuna Purse-Seine Training Videos

PIRFO Purse-Seine Fish ID Cards PIRFO Tuna Purse-Seine Training Videos

Result 2. 2: Enhanced Fisheries Monitoring Key Issues • A large number of requests

Result 2. 2: Enhanced Fisheries Monitoring Key Issues • A large number of requests to implement and support national artisanal tuna monitoring programmes have been received; however, SPC manpower is limited. • Resource materials for implementing artisanal fishery monitoring are now available, so some members may only require remote SPC assistance. • In 2015, activities will re-focus on reviewing the status of national tuna monitoring systems, with feedback to members. • Aus. AID funds for supporting tuna monitoring programmes – such as personnel and equipment – are available in 2015.

Aus. Aid Artisanal Fishery Monitoring Logo Tuvalu Workshop, April 2014 Artisanal Fishery Monitoring in

Aus. Aid Artisanal Fishery Monitoring Logo Tuvalu Workshop, April 2014 Artisanal Fishery Monitoring in Kiribati

Result 2. 3: Enhanced Capacity Activities in 2013 -2014 • Tuna fishery observer training

Result 2. 3: Enhanced Capacity Activities in 2013 -2014 • Tuna fishery observer training courses: 12 in 2013 and 6 in 2014 • Observer debriefer training courses: 5 in 2013 and 5 in 2014 • Training of observer trainers: 9 national trainers now certified, 4 trainees • Regional Observer Coordinator’s Workshop • PIRFO Trainers Workshop • Annual Regional Tuna Data Workshop • National Tuna Data Workshops: Samoa and Tuvalu in 2013, Tuvalu and Vanuatu in 2014 • Regional Artisanal Tuna Data Workshop for 12 members in 2013 • See Information Paper 4: FAME Programme Report, 2013– 2014

Regional Observer Coordinators Workshop 11 -14 February 2015, Noumea

Regional Observer Coordinators Workshop 11 -14 February 2015, Noumea

Result 2. 3: Enhanced capacity Key Issues • The Observer Programme Training Coordinator will

Result 2. 3: Enhanced capacity Key Issues • The Observer Programme Training Coordinator will transition from training to coordinating. • This will allow the OPTC to also coordinate debriefer training courses and on-the-job debriefer training. • Observer and debriefer training will incorporate e-reporting and emonitoring, alongside the development of PIRFO standards. • Observer training may transition from national courses to sub-regional courses, in training centres such as the Vanuatu Maritime College in Santo, and possibly others (while PNG continues its training at NFC). • Training in Frontline Management, with mentors, will also be conducted.

From “Careers Paths For Tuna Fishery Observers” in the SPC Fisheries Newsletter #143 (Jan-Apr

From “Careers Paths For Tuna Fishery Observers” in the SPC Fisheries Newsletter #143 (Jan-Apr 2014) Observer Debriefer Observer Trainer Frontline Manager The number of active observers has recently been about 450 per annum.

Data Management Subregional fisheries agencies WCPFC Data Management Services Member country TOOLS / ADVICE

Data Management Subregional fisheries agencies WCPFC Data Management Services Member country TOOLS / ADVICE Member country CAPACITY

Relatively large section covering diverse work… Also supports Data Entry and national E-Reporting officers

Relatively large section covering diverse work… Also supports Data Entry and national E-Reporting officers in PICTS

- Data compilation/audit WCPFC stock assessments - WCPFC SC working papers WCPFC - WCPFC

- Data compilation/audit WCPFC stock assessments - WCPFC SC working papers WCPFC - WCPFC Tuna Fishery Yearbook - WCPFC public domain data - Summary Tables to evaluate CMM on Tropical tunas - Data gaps input into CMRs Data Management Services - ROP (Regional Observer Programme) Data Management - Technical advice to WPEA OFM (Philippines, Indonesia and Vietnam)

Subregional fisheries agencies - Collaboration on IMS initiatives (FFA, PNAO, TVM, etc. ) -

Subregional fisheries agencies - Collaboration on IMS initiatives (FFA, PNAO, TVM, etc. ) - Better integration/sharing of regional database systems Data Management Services - Consistent observer database - SPC/FFA/PNAO/WCPFC New web reporting tools for FFA and PNAO work - Collaboration with E-Reporting/E-Monitoring initiatives (e. g. PNA i. FIMS observer tablet initiative) - Data summaries to support regional meetings / processes - Support to FFA/PNAO in preparation for WCPFC meetings PS and LL VDS (PNAO) US Treaty consultations and MOC (FFA)

- Data Processing Services at SPC Member country TOOLS / ADVICE Data Management Services

- Data Processing Services at SPC Member country TOOLS / ADVICE Data Management Services - National Database tools - TUFMAN, TUF-ART, CES Expansion of Observer data entry in-country (TUBs) New TUFMAN 2 development - New web reporting tools - E-Reporting and E-Monitoring products and support (see HOF 9 WP-7) - Improving data quality and coverage (audits)

- Annual Tuna Data Workshops (April 2015) Member country CAPACITY - SPC Attachments (four

- Annual Tuna Data Workshops (April 2015) Member country CAPACITY - SPC Attachments (four per year) - In-country National DM Workshops Data Management Services - In-country Database system training - Improve capacity for satisfying WCFPC reporting obligations (training in web tools) - Establishment of OFP DATA HELPDESK - PIRFO Observer web site update

Data Management – Emerging priorities E-Reporting and E-Monitoring Enhanced DATA SHARING (trials leading to

Data Management – Emerging priorities E-Reporting and E-Monitoring Enhanced DATA SHARING (trials leading to implementation) (National IMS and TUFMAN-2) DATA - Enhanced REPORTING TOOLS for INTEGRATING different data types (National IMS and web reporting tools) Better quality More timely More accessible More efficient More cost effective Enhanced DATA QUALITY and COVERAGE through reports and targeted auditing Enhanced training techniques and tools to BUILD CAPACITY

Ecosystem Monitoring & Assessment Francisco Abascal Ashley Williams Marie-Currie Snapper Francois Roupsard Caroline Sanchez

Ecosystem Monitoring & Assessment Francisco Abascal Ashley Williams Marie-Currie Snapper Francois Roupsard Caroline Sanchez Bruno Leroy Tagging Tuna Tissue Bank Tagging + Team CLS + Team IRD Tom Peatman Valerie Allain Tagging Ecosystems Sylvain Caillot Elodie Vourey Databases Lab Team Lewis + + Team PNG

Oceanic Fisheries Programme Ecosystem Monitoring & Assessment 2013 -2014 Emerging Priorities Tuna Tagging &

Oceanic Fisheries Programme Ecosystem Monitoring & Assessment 2013 -2014 Emerging Priorities Tuna Tagging & Biology 1. 2. ~35000 tuna tagged WCPO Tissue Bank 1. 2. Equatorial tuna biology Stock provenance & mixing Ecosystem Dynamics & Climate Change 1. 2. 3. 2 scientific cruises CC Monitoring Improved CC forecasting 1. 2. 3. e. DNA and meta barcoding Ocean acidification Adaptation 1. 2. Ecosystem effects of fishing Seapodym for 5 species 1. 2. Microplastic contamination Wildlife forensic information Deep Water Snapper 1. 2. Cost effective monitoring Harvest Control Rules 1. Application to Data poor fisheries By-Catch Monitoring 1. 2. Baseline analyses Food security species 1. 2. National by-catch policies Standards for effective mitigation Ecosystem Modelling

Tuna Tagging & Biology Highlights 20 YFT tags ≥ 24 hrs Surface Behaviour Data

Tuna Tagging & Biology Highlights 20 YFT tags ≥ 24 hrs Surface Behaviour Data coverage • red = surface • white = data • Compile spatial information on tuna vertical behaviours

Tuna Tissue Bank Highlights Bio. Da. Sys • Provide a world class bank of

Tuna Tissue Bank Highlights Bio. Da. Sys • Provide a world class bank of biological samples for WCPO • Remove the long time-lags associated with sample collection • Provide for complete spatial & temporal coverage • Underlying relationships for stock assessment (e. g. growth) • Trophic & CC monitoring • Certification and IUU

Ecosystems, Bycatch, CC Monitoring Highlights • Resilient Ecosystem to perturbations • Sensitive to changes

Ecosystems, Bycatch, CC Monitoring Highlights • Resilient Ecosystem to perturbations • Sensitive to changes in tuna forage • Sharks, swordfish and marlin most impacted by tuna fisheries (direct and indirect effects)

SEAPODYM & CC Modelling • Yellowfin Model • CC Forcings with ENSO • Web

SEAPODYM & CC Modelling • Yellowfin Model • CC Forcings with ENSO • Web accessibility www. spc. int/ofp/seapodym • Skipjack, albacore, bigeye, yellowfin and swordfish models available • Explore EEZ scale influences of climate and fishing • Edited 27 papers for Special Issue of Deep-Sea Research Part II on climate change and fisheries – Improved international recognition of OFP as a centre for Pacific CC research.

Deepwater Snapper • Species ID • Cost effective monitoring methods • Biological parameters for

Deepwater Snapper • Species ID • Cost effective monitoring methods • Biological parameters for assessment • Indicators for applying harvest control rules

Capacity • 4 Pacific Island Post Graduate students • 3 long term Pacific Island

Capacity • 4 Pacific Island Post Graduate students • 3 long term Pacific Island attachments • International attachments • Short course and incountry training – Specifically focussed on using and understanding SEAPODYM

2015 -2016 key activities • Central Pacific tagging with industry collaboration to assess Drifting

2015 -2016 key activities • Central Pacific tagging with industry collaboration to assess Drifting FAD influences • Incorporation of tagging in tuna models • Bigeye and Yellowfin assessment parameters • PS Bycatch assessments • Mitigation analyses • Continued biodiversity & CC monitoring • Wildlife forensics (DNA, e. DNA, fatty acid, chemical isotopes) • Ocean acidification vulnerability analyses • New CC simulations with ENSO and adaptation • Apply first data poor fishery approach to a DWS assessment

Summary • Established EMA section as a leading knowledge centre for pelagic ecology in

Summary • Established EMA section as a leading knowledge centre for pelagic ecology in the Pacific. • Established a worldwide network of collaboration. • Work plan developed to support the other sections of OFP and to deliver practical ecosystem and bycatch advice to SPC members and other (sub) regional bodies. • Work plan provides opportunity for long term attachments to build and supplement capacity