Comparative experiment on selectivity of catch between traditional (nylon) fishnets vs monofilament net

From April 15, 2022, as part of the control fishing with participation of the Balkhash-Alakol Interregional Basin Inspection of the “RPC of Fisheries” LLP, a comparative experiment was begun on the selectivity between of the traditional fishing equipment (nylon nets) and the monofilament (fishing line) with a cell pitch of 30 to 100 mm. 

These research works will be carried out during the period: in the western Balkhash from 15.04 to 22.04.2022, in the eastern Balkhash from 20.04 to 27.04.2022.

As a result of which fishing equipment with a minimum size of the constructive cell pitch will be recommended, which will not allow the possibility of by-catch of juvenile fish (non-commercial sizes, that is, immature specimens) in order to further preserve and ensure the reproduction of fish resources. 

We invite all interested parties to participate in this action!

For participation in the experiment, please contact with the following phone numbers:

  • +7 (707) 404-96-17 Asemkhanov Adilet, chief specialist of the Balkhash inspection department.
  • +7 (776) 831-81-72 Tagaev Doszhan Ospanbekovich, head of the expedition team of the Balkhash branch of the “RPC of Fisheries” LLP.