Vaquita – Last Chance for the Desert Porpoise

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A vaquita porpoise in Mexico - Chris Johnson

Buy-outs and new fishing technology

Buy-outs and new fishing technology
September 11th, 2010 by Catalina López

For the fourth year in a row, the buy-out, rent-out and gear development programs will take place.

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A Fisherman’s Perspective

A Fisherman’s Perspective
December 9th, 2008 by Chris Johnson

For the past year, Miguel Reyes Franco has been taking part in the alternative gear experiments in the region. He gives us an insight into the issues surrounding Vaquita conservation from a fishermen’s perspective.

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Behind the Buyout

Behind the Buyout
November 21st, 2008 by Chris Johnson

Today I joined Catalina Lopez Sagástegui of Noroeste Sustentable (NOS). Their mission is to “construct and implement a long term vision for the region’s sustainable development through a political and social agreement”.

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