A bounty of "fresh and vibrant seafood" is poised to delight the palates of many! The three-and-a-half-month fishing moratorium in the South China Sea ended on August 16^th, 2024, heralding the start of a new chapter of fishing season . Across Guangdong's coastal regions, a vibrant array of opening ceremonies was held, with bustling ports and a fleet of boats setting sail in unison, as fishermen ventured into the South China Sea in pursuit of the season's freshest catch. In just two or three days, these marine treasures are expected to grace the tables of households.

Zhuhai

At midday on the 16^th, the Hongwan Central Fishing Port in Zhuhai saw hundreds of fishing boats fire up their engines and head out to the vast ocean, signaling the commencement of a new fishing season.

A local fishing boat owner shared that the small boats that set sail on the 16^th are anticipated to return within two to three days, with the larger vessels expected to make port in three to four days. The catch, once landed, will be swiftly traded at the port and made readily available to the public.

In Zhuhai, adjacent to Hong Kong and Macao, there exists a unique group known as the "Hong Kong and Macao mobile fishermen ". They benefit from a special policy of dual household registration exclusive to Guangdong Province, allowing them to work and live between the Pearl River Delta and the territories of Hong Kong and Macao. These fishermen are a vital part of the fishing force that has set sail from Zhuhai towards the South China Sea.

"Guishan Port is very close to Hong Kong. We arrived at Guishan Port five days ago to stock up on ice, water, and fuel, and to repair the nets, making full preparations for our voyage. The customs procedures are also very convenient. We are hopeful for a bountiful catch as soon as we cast our nets," expressed Mr. Chen, the owner of the No. 4620 Zhu Gui fishing boat.

Zhongshan

At midday on the 16^th, as the fishing moratorium ended, the fishing boats from Zhongshan's Hengmen Fishing Port hoisted their sails and embarked on their journey. At the same time, a distinctive opening festival and water sports event, complemented by a culinary marketplace, commenced in Zhongshan Cuiheng New District (Nanlang Street), vividly presenting the profound charm of the Danjia culture .

Ms. Wang, a tourist from Shenzhen, drove with her family to participate in the Hengmen fishing opening event. "I have always heard about the exquisite seafood from Hengmen, and today I finally had the opportunity to taste it," she said, "It was very convenient for us to get here in just over ten minutes after exiting the highway. The cultural atmosphere here is strong, and the children can immerse themselves in the unique Danjia culture ."

The Hengmen fishing opening event will last until the 18^th.

Source :Yangcheng Evening News

2024年伏季休渔期结束，广东沿海各地开启新一轮耕海牧渔

一大波“生猛海鲜”来袭！8月16日，为期3个半月的2024年南海伏季休渔期结束，新一轮耕海牧渔序幕拉开。当天，广东沿海各地举办丰富多彩的开渔活动，渔港热闹非凡、千帆竞发，渔民直奔南海、强势争“鲜”。最快两三天，一大批渔获将进入千家万户，供百姓享受。

【珠海】

16日中午，珠海市洪湾中心渔港内上百艘渔船齐齐发动引擎，奔向碧波万顷的大海，拉开新一季耕海牧渔序幕。

据一位渔船船主介绍，16日出港的小型渔船预计两三天后返港，大型渔船预计三四天后返港，返港带回的渔获将马上在渔港进行交易，尽快摆上市民餐桌。

毗邻港澳的珠海有一批“港澳流动渔民”，得益于一项全国只有广东省实施的港澳流动渔民双重户籍的特殊政策，这群渔民在珠江口与港澳之间劳作生活，也是本次从珠海驶向南海牧渔的“生力军”。

“桂山港距离香港很近，我们5天前就到了桂山港加冰、加水、加油、补网，进行各种补给，做足出海准备，办理边检手续也很方便，希望开网就有大丰收。”珠桂4620号船主陈先生表示。

【中山】

16日中午，随着伏季休渔期结束，一艘艘蓄势待发的渔船从中山横门渔港扬帆起航。同时，“伟人故里疍家情 2024中山翠亨新区（南朗街道）横门开渔暨水上风情运动会-南朗特色美食创业集市”在这里举行。

来自深圳的游客王小姐带着家人特意驱车前来参加横门开渔活动。“我一直听说横门的海鲜鲜美，今天终于有机会来尝尝。”她表示，“我们下高速后10多分钟就到了这里，很方便，这里的文化氛围很浓厚，孩子们感受到了不一样的疍家风情。”

横门开渔活动将持续至18日。

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翻译 | 史洋溢
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