Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD)

The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) is the Hong Kong government agency responsible for overseeing agriculture, fisheries, and conservation efforts within the region. Recent news highlights their involvement in managing country parks and investigating wildlife incidents. The AFCD is currently newsworthy due to concerns about overcrowding and littering at campsites, particularly in Sai Kung's country parks. They are exploring pilot schemes for campsite booking systems to address these issues. During the Lunar New Year holiday, 32 people were prosecuted for offenses in Sai Kung. Additionally, the AFCD is investigating the discovery of a badly decomposed whale carcass on a beach in Sai Kung East Country Park. The AFCD's role in managing natural resources and enforcing regulations makes them a key player in Hong Kong's environmental landscape.