Blue Sovereignty: A Fisherman’s Bill of Rights for the Southern Grenadines
For generations, the sea has been the lifeblood of our islands. But as we move into mid-2026, the local fishers of Mayreau, Union Island, and Canouan are being sidelined by foreign “Blue Tourism” interests. We see more yachts in our harbors, but less money in our boats.
💰 Putting Cash Back in the Boat
Our fishers are currently at the mercy of middlemen and predatory pricing. When the ice runs out, the price goes down. The Blue Sovereignty Plan is designed to ensure that the wealth of our ocean stays with the men who harvest it.
Three Pillars of Market Power
- The Guaranteed Floor Price: We will utilize the 2026 Resilience Fund to establish a “Price Stabilization Fund.” If the market price for your catch drops below a fair livable wage, the Fund covers the difference. No fisherman should work a 12-hour day for a loss.
- Direct-to-Yacht Digital Marketplace: We will launch a localized marketplace app for the Grenadines. Instead of selling to a middleman for pennies, you list your catch directly for the yacht chefs in our harbors. You keep 100% of the value of your labor.
- The Duty-Free Marine Act: Total removal of all duties and VAT on marine engines, safety gear, GPS technology, and repair parts for registered local fishers. Government should not profit off the equipment you need to survive.
Sovereignty Over Conservation
We believe in a healthy ocean, but “Protected Areas” cannot mean local starvation. Any conservation zone in Southern Grenadines waters must be co-managed by a Local Fishers Council with the power to veto restrictions that harm our livelihoods.
Ready to own your waters again?
No more being pushed out. No more middleman taxes. If you’re ready for Blue Sovereignty and more money in your pocket, join the team today.
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