De minimis landing obligation exemption: Mediterranean small pelagic fisheries

This regulation introduces a temporary exemption from the landing obligation for certain small pelagic fisheries in the Mediterranean Sea. It aims to address specific challenges faced by these fisheries while ensuring sustainable fishing practices.

This measure affects small pelagic fishing vessels operating in the Mediterranean. It allows for a de minimis exemption, meaning a small quantity of catches can be exempted from being landed, under specific conditions.