Meet the Sea Rangers – Germany’s New Stewards of the Baltic Sea
GERMANY Friday, February 13, 2026, 08:40 (GMT + 9)
EU-funded program retrains fishers in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, safeguarding coastal heritage while restoring marine ecosystems For generations, fishers have formed the backbone of Germany's Baltic coastal communities . But as fish stocks decline and profits shrink, an increasing number are being forced to abandon a way of life that has shaped the region for centuries. Photo: courtesy ndr.de In the northeastern state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania , a bold initiative is o... FULL STORY