Deep Bottom Fishing Techniques for the Pacific Islands
A Manual for Fishermen

by G. Preston, P. Mead, L. Chapman and P. Taumaia

The main purpose of the manual is to help Pacific Island fishermen improve their deep-bottom fishing success, particularly in commercial or semi-commercial situations. The manual is intended to act as a guide to the principles and techniques of good deep-bottom fishing, for use by fishermen who want to refine or broaden their skills. We have tried to give as much detail as possible on the rigging and use of the main fishing gear, as well as providing brief descriptions of other, less common fishing methods. We have also included information on fish handling practices which will lead to top prices for fish sold on both local and export markets. We hope that the information in this manual will enable both new and established deep bottom fishermen to improve their fishing success, their profits, or both.

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