Original scientific paper
https://doi.org/10.2478/cjf-2018-0019
ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL IMPACT OF MARINE SPORT AND RECREATIONAL FISHERIES IN CROATIA
Alen Soldo
; University of Split, University Department of Marine Studies, Ruđera Boškovića 37, 21000 Split, Croatia
Maja Fredotović
; University of Split, Faculty of Economics, Cvite Fiskovića 5, 21000 Split, Croatia
Ante Šaran
; University of Split, University Department of Marine Studies, Ruđera Boškovića 37, 21000 Split, Croatia
Merica Slišković
; University of Split, Faculty of Maritime Studies, Ruđera Boškovića 37, 21000 Split, Croatia
Abstract
Sport and recreational marine fishery can significantly contribute to the national budget through its economic and social effects. The main aim of this research is to define the economic and social significance of sport and recreational fishing in Croatia through the assessment of the lower limit of its economic value. This is done by analyzing the segments of sport and recreational fishing together with the economic and other activities which are closely related to it. When expressed by the number of stakeholders involved in sport and recreational fisheries and the share in the gross domestic product, it can be concluded that the economic effects of these activities are only slightly lower than in commercial fisheries. This research provides the groundwork for pointing out the basic guidelines of the social significance of sport and recreational marine fishery in Croatia. Hence, it can be noted that sport and recreational fishing in local coastal communities support the overall development of rural areas and the local communities in particular.
Keywords
Marine fisheries; Adriatic; Fishing license; Boat building; Big-game fishing
Hrčak ID:
213793
URI
Publication date:
18.12.2018.
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