Matt Watson
Matt Watson is the senior fisheries program manager for the Asia Pacific at the Marine Stewardship Council. He is responsible for overseeing the certification processes for fisheries and ensuring that they adhere to scientific standards for sustainability. Recently, he has contributed to discussions about balancing the perspectives of environmental groups with the need for accessible certification standards in the fishing industry.
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Recent news mentions
Television fishing personality Matt Watson, an advocate for recreational fishing, said Jones’ decision to back down on the marlin issue was 'the correct one'.
Marlin bycatch rule change ditched as Northland recreational fishers win battle
New Zealand· 2026-01-17
Matt Watson accuses Shane Jones of favouring commercial industry ‘mates’.
Fishing host Matt Watson accuses Shane Jones of favouring commercial industry ‘mates’New Zealand· 2025-12-25
Matt Watson is a Northland fishing personality who supports the ban but criticizes poor quota management.
Herald afternoon quiz: December 19New Zealand· 2025-12-19
He accused successive ministers of running fisheries on a 'maximum sustainable yield' basis.
Paul Goldsmith unlawfully appointed Human Rights Commissioner and Race Relations CommissionerNew Zealand· 2025-12-19
Watson criticized the fisheries management and supported the ban on commercial fishing.
Auckland man convicted over red paint attacks on MPs’ electorate officesNew Zealand· 2025-12-19
Watson supports the ban but criticizes the management of fisheries and the greed of a few.
Govt orders 5-year crayfishing ban on North Island’s upper east coastNew Zealand· 2025-12-19Matt Watson from the ITM Fishing Show has been using the products from Wise Angler.
Small Business: Wise Angler reels in plastic waste with sustainable solutionNew Zealand· 2025-08-03
Matt Watson worked on the ITM Fishing Show and was involved in logistics.
Small Business: How a fishing show led to the creation of Parachute First AidNew Zealand· 2025-07-06
Matt Watson, senior fisheries program manager for the Asia Pacific at MSC, says the program is reviewed every five years to stay abreast of scientific developments.
sea lions, turtles, bycatch, tuna and the Marine Stewardship Council
Australia· 2025-06-13
