Professional fishermen in distress: The roach is the last hope of Lake Constance fishermen (Swiss Press Local 2024, by Philipp Inauen) - Swiss Press Award

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Philipp Inauen

Whitefish was long considered a secure source of income for Lake Constance fishermen. Since catches have declined sharply and a whitefish fishing ban has been in place since the beginning of 2024, fishermen in Lake Constance now want to focus more on roach, a fish that has previously been unpopular. This report shows the plight of the fishermen and the hope they place in the roach.