Oral Presentation Australian Society for Fish Biology Conference 2024

Bridging Technological Gaps in Taiwan's Sustainable Fisheries (111142)

Kuo-Wei Yen 1 , Chia-Hsiang Chen 1 , Yung-Chieh Chiu 1 , Han-Yang Lin 1 , Wei-Chuan Chiang 2
  1. Marine Fisheries Division, Research Institute, MOA, Keelung City, Taiwan
  2. Eastern Fishery Research Center, Fisheries Research Institute, MOA, Taitung County, Taiwan

Taiwan's fisheries industry is at a critical juncture where sustainable practices must evolve to meet the challenges posed by environmental changes and the increasing loss of labor in fishing communities. However, Taiwan's technological advancements, particularly in fields like AI and IoT, present a unique opportunity to overcome these challenges and drive sustainable development. This study explores the academic gaps in sustainable fisheries research in Taiwan and the potential for new technologies to address these gaps. Analyzing data from the past decade, including fisheries production trends and academic research, we identified key areas where Taiwan's fisheries science lags and emerging technologies could be instrumental. Through qualitative interviews with industry stakeholders, including fishermen, researchers, and tech companies, we uncover the practical challenges faced in adopting these technologies, such as the limited availability of relevant literature in Chinese and the need for cross-disciplinary collaboration. This research highlights the urgent need for targeted academic research and practical solutions to ensure the sustainability of Taiwan's fisheries. Our findings suggest that integrating new technologies can fill the academic and practical gaps and pave the way for more sustainable and resilient fisheries management in Taiwan.