In order to make a profit only large scale operations can survive, and this can only when the market for these products is stable. Smaller operations do not stand much of a chance for long term viability. These smaller operations mainly produce these products for localized consumption. Fisheries in the Solomon Islands also have problems. While there is a vast amount of catch left around the islands, there is a potential problem of reduced amounts of catch due to dying coral reefs.
Fishing is such a major part of the peoples lives on the islands.
Not only do people use fishing for jobs but they also use fish as one of their main sources of protein. While sustainability in fishing is at a moderate level, this could become worse due to other factors such as a run-off from deforestation. Forest products are another major source of income for the Solomon Islands. The problem in foresting lies in the present harvest rates. Sustainable harvest rates are being ignored for the big buck.