date:Jun 11, 2012
el processors report on the type and weight of eels received and what catchment they are from.
Eel fishing rules are actively policed by the Ministry for Primary Industries.
This is done predominantly by routine inspections at the licensed fish receiver and occasionally through inspections at the point of capture and checking of gear to ensure it complies with regulations.
Commercial fishers are required to complete catch landing returns, and processors are required to complete licensed fish