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Multiannual plansFind out more about multiannual plans (MAPs), an important tool for fisheries management ensuring the sustainable exploitation of fish stocks.
Technical measuresLearn about technical measures, a broad set of rules which govern how, where and when fishers may fish.
15Aug2026Info daysInternational Youth Day beach cleanup at Pedrógão Beach, LeiriaLeiria, PortugalExternal event
News announcement10 August 2026Commission harmonises rules for weighing catches across the EU2 min read
News announcement3 August 2026Commission approves €20 million State aid for agricultural, fishing and aquaculture companies in Friuli Venezia Giulia region facing increased fuel and fertiliser prices2 min read
