Information source preferences of small-scale fishers in the Aegean Sea coast of Turkey

Information source preferences of small-scale fishers can play a role in decision-making processes and affect the sustainability fisheries. In this respect, determining useful communication tools to eliminate information gaps lack is important for sustainable effective fisheries management. The purpose study was determination preferred priorities who operate along Aegean Sea coast Turkey. Data were collected from random sample 278 Turkish located coastline via face-to-face interviews. determined by Repertory Grid Technique. analysis, obtaining about focused on three criteria such as marine ecology, technology, policies. level importance given each criterion determined. Fishers prefer get other fishers, followed fishery cooperatives, their own experiences ( χ 2 (11, n = 278) 1305.920, P < 0.001). Fishery cooperatives are closest organizations fishers. use be interpreted an element that facilitate access when evaluated through “availability” behavioral economics. which stand out fishers’ preferences, have potential valuable all aspects. results research thought benefit researchers non-governmental organizations, institutes, universities carry national international projects with