Fresh shrimp seized for violation of fishing season norms in Oman

Muscat: More than one tonne of fresh shrimp has been seized by the fish control team in Muscat Governorate.

A statement issued online by Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries said: "The fish control team in the Governorate of Muscat was able to seize a quantity of fresh shrimp estimated to weigh more than one tonne that was caught and circulated outside the fishing season.The Ministry calls upon all to abide by the fishing season limits that are set by the Ministry."

"The necessary legal measures will be taken against violators, " the statement added.