The fishing industry is set to trial a program specifically focused on improving the mental health of workers across the sector.

The program will initially be rolled out across Lakes Entrance, Newcastle and Darwin.

To find out more, Rural editor Eddie Summerfield caught up with Seafood Industry Australia Acting-Chief Executive Veronica Papacosta

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