The EU's Council of Agriculture and Fisheries Ministers has approved catch limits and fishing efforts for 2026 and beyond, balancing scientific recommendations with economic viability. Danish fisheries minister Jacob Jensen emphasized the importance of the agreement for fishermen's certainty and sustainable fisheries. Changes in quotas include increases for megrim and Norway lobster, while decreases are noted for standard sole, horse mackerel, pollack, and monkfish. Provisional quotas for mackerel have a 70% reduction pending further consultations. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)