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Congratulations to Mr. Osbourne Stuart from Moore's Island, Abaco, The Bahamas, who received the $10,000 prize as Commercial Fisher of the Year at the Anchor Awards on 14 November 2026.
Sharease Rolle and Adrian LaRoda representing the Bahamas Commercial Fishers Alliance (BCFA) and the Caribbean Network of Fisherfolk Organisations (CNFO) at the Anchor Awards 2026 in The Bahamas.
A special and well-deserved award was presented to Mr. Gregory Bethel, former Director of the Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resources in The Bahamas, during the Anchor Awards 2026.
Mr. Adrian LaRoda, CNFO Board Member, delivered a special presentation to the Bahamas Marine Exporters Association during the Anchor Awards 2026, held in The Bahamas on 14 November.
A pleasure meeting Mr. Gregory Bethel, former Director of Fisheries, at the Anchor Awards on 14 November 2026 in The Bahamas. A moment to celebrate the people who have contributed to the fisheries sector.
#anchorawards2026 #thebahamas #fisheries #CNFO
Live from The Bahamas: The Anchor Awards 2026. Celebrating Bahamas' fishing legends & industry leaders.
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.Traditional Fishers' Experiences: Changing Weather and Fishing Conditions in The Bahamas 🇧🇸
Meet Mr. Edward James McPhee, 67 years old, who has been going out to sea since he was just seven years old.
Drawing on approximately 60 years of fishing experience, Mr. McPhee shared his understanding about changes in weather conditions and how these affect the lives and livelihoods of fisherfolk in The Bahamas.
He explained that bad weather can last for up to a week, forcing fishers to seek shelter on some of the small cays. During these periods, they may be unable to go out to sea and earn a living.
He also highlighted the differences between fishing activities. Fishers who target finfish often travel into deeper waters, while conch fishers can find conch in shallow bays, sometimes in areas where they can simply walk and collect them.
Fishers could spend two to three weeks unable to work because of unfavourable weather conditions.
Reflecting on a hurricane Dorian that affected The Bahamas, he described the experience as almost like an experiment, recalling that the storm remained over the country for approximately three days.
His account reminds us of the importance of traditional knowledge and the experiences of older fishers. Their observations provide valuable insight into changing weather conditions, fishing practices and the challenges facing fishing communities.
As CNFO continues its work on fostering climate-resilient fisheries in the Caribbean, the voices and experiences of fishers like Mr. McPhee must inform our understanding and planning.
Climate resilience must begin with listening to the people who have spent generations at sea.
#CNFO #climateresilientfisheries #traditionalfishers #thebahamas #fisherfolk #climatechange
Recognising Women in the Fisheries Sector – Nassau, The Bahamas 🇧🇸
Meet Ms. Sonia, a fish vendor from Nassau, The Bahamas, pictured sitting with Nadine Nembhard, CNFO Administrative Officer.
During my visit to Potter's Cay, I was struck by the number of men involved in preparing and selling conch salad. From my observation, there may be fewer than 10 women across Nassau preparing conch salad, although there could be others I have not yet encountered. There appear to be well over 100 men involved in this trade.
This raises an important question about women's participation and visibility in the fisheries community.
#CNFO #womeninfisheries #traditionalfishers #thebahamas #fisherfolk
A Fisherman's 48 Years of Experience:
Observations from The Bahamas
During our engagement in The Bahamas, Mr. Miller, a fisher from Montague Fishing Port, shared his experiences from 48 years in the fishing industry.
He recalled a previous storm when powerful waves rushed over the coastal area and reached the fish market, washing large quantities of conch ashore. He described the remarkable abundance of conch following the storm.
Others observed that since Hurricane Dorian, the conch has been seeing and harvesting have been much larger.
Fostering Climate-Resilient Fisheries in the Caribbean is a CNFO project funded by the Blue Convergence Fund (BCF), in partnership with the Pan American Development Foundation (PADF).
#CNFO #traditionalfishers #climateresilientfisheries #thebahamas #fisherfolkknowledge #blueconvergencefund #PADF
The Caribbean Network of Fisherfolk Organisations (CNFO), represented by Administrative Officer Nadine Nembhard, is working alongside Adrian LaRoda, President of the Bahamas Commercial Fishers Alliance, and Dr. Lester Gittens of the Department of Marine Resources in The Bahamas, on strengthening the resilience of fishing communities.
This collaboration is taking place under the project Fostering Climate-Resilient Fisheries in the Caribbean, funded by the Blue Convergence Fund (BCF) and implemented in partnership with the Pan American Development Foundation (PADF).
The Bahamas is the final stop in a series of five national workshops, following engagements in Belize, Anguilla, St. Kitts and Nevis, and Grenada.
The two-day engagement, taking place on 12–13 November 2026, brings together fishers and fisheries stakeholders to discuss climate-related challenges, share experiences and develop an action plan to strengthen the resilience of
Bahamian fisheries and fishing communities.
Working together, fisherfolk organisations, fisheries authorities and development partners can help ensure that the voices and experiences of traditional fishers inform climate resilience planning across the Caribbean.
#CNFO #climateresilientfisheries #thebahamas #traditionalfishers #blueconvergencefund #PADF
The Bahamas has a rich diversity of marine species harvested by traditional and commercial fishers. Queen conch (Aliger gigas) and Caribbean spiny lobster, locally known as crawfish (Panulirus argus), are two of the country's leading fisheries products.
Other important catches include a variety of reef fish, snappers, groupers and pelagic fish.
Today, Mr. Brown, a fisher from The #bahamas, shared that he has been working in the fishing industry for the past 15–20 years. He expressed how happy he is that The Bahamas has not experienced any hurricanes this year and sees this as an indication of how the climate is changing.
He is hopeful that the country will experience another hurricane-free year next year.
His reflection reminds us that climate change is experienced and understood differently by fisherfolk, whose livelihoods depend so closely on the weather and the sea. Their experiences and observations are important as we work together to build climate-resilient fisheries and fishing communities across the Caribbean.
⚓ HONOURING A PIONEER: RICHARD “CHUCK” PINDER 🇧🇸🏆
The Ministry of Agriculture & Marine Resources proudly recognises Richard “Chuck” Pinder of Spanish Wells, Eleuthera, as the recipient of the Minister’s Award at the Anchor Awards 2026.
Raised in a family of fishermen, Chuck began his commercial fishing career in 1983. From his early days as a lobster diver to his years as Captain of the M/V Sea Gem, his journey reflects perseverance, leadership and a deep commitment to Bahamian fishing.
His contribution extends beyond the sea. Through service on the Fisheries Advisory Committee, in local government and as an advocate for the fishing community, he has championed the protection of the industry for future generations of Bahamians.
Today, his family continues that fishing legacy—carrying forward the knowledge and traditions that helped shape his life.
Congratulations, Captain Pinder, and thank you for your enduring service to our fishing community! 👏🏽
📅 November 14, 2026
📍 Baha Mar Grand Ballroom
🔵 Blue Carpet: 6:00 PM | 🏆 Ceremony: 7:00 PM
⚓ Holding the Line for the Future.
#AnchorAwards2026 #MinistersAward #SpanishWells #BahamianFishers MOAMRBAH
⚓ A LEGACY OF EXCELLENCE: OMEKO “MEKO” GLINTON 🇧🇸🏆
The Ministry of Agriculture & Marine Resources proudly recognises Omeko “Meko” Glinton of Deep Water Cay, Grand Bahama, as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Anchor Awards 2026.
A pioneer in Bahamian flats fishing, Meko is a third-generation fisherman carrying forward the knowledge and traditions of his grandfather, David Pinder Sr.—a finalist in the 2024 Anchor Awards—and his father, Stan “Da Man” Glinton.
His contribution extends beyond guiding anglers across our waters. By educating and empowering young people, he is helping the next generation understand the industry, respect its heritage and protect the marine environment on which it depends.
His story has also reached audiences through Meko, Weather the Storm, a film by Harrison Buck, bringing greater attention to Bahamian fishing and the community behind it.
Congratulations, Meko! We celebrate your achievements, your mentorship and your continued commitment to preserving this industry for generations to come. 👏🏽
📅 November 14, 2026
📍 Baha Mar Grand Ballroom
🔵 Blue Carpet: 6:00 PM | 🏆 Ceremony: 7:00 PM
⚓ Holding the Line for the Future.
#AnchorAwards2026 #LifetimeAchievementAward #OmekoGlinton #DeepWaterCay #BahamianFlatsFishing MOAMRBAH