Economic Impact of Decrease in the Volume of Catch of Fisheries Products: Case of Small-Scale Maritime Fishing Households in the Analalava District

In certain localities, small – scale fishing occupy an important place in the economic life of the populations. The volume of catches of fishing products has continued to decrease over the past five years and several factors or phenomena constitutes the cause. This research consists of highlighting the real effects of the drop in catch volumes in the economic field. A socio-economic survey was carried out among fishing households in the urban commune of Analalava , rural commune of Ambarijeby and Antonibe . The approach, both qualitative and quantitative, was limited to documentary research, observation, interviews and questionnaire surveys of small fishermen, fishmongers and collectors. The information obtained was processed statistically, including, among other things, the analysis of speeches and the analysis of the socio-economic characteristics of fishing households. The results of the investigations showed a gradual decline in fishing activity and its economic profitability. Among men, income and savings from fishing fell by around 50 to 70%. For women, this drop is around 80 to 95%. The decline in fishing activity has led to a reduction in the security of others and homes, the fragility of fishing communities, loss of jobs for those who benefit from fishing and the vulnerability of women and children are accentuated.