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''In 2022, global aquatic animal aquaculture production reached 130.9 million MT, accounting for 57 percent 💪 of aquatic animal production by volume, while wild-catch fisheries accounted for 94.4 million MT. By continent, Asia was responsible for 70 percent 👌 of aquatic animal production, Europe contributed 9 percent, Latin America and the Caribbean produced 9 percent, Africa at 7 percent, North America at 3 percent, and Oceania at 1 percent. Globally, 61.8 million people were employed in primary production of seafood in 2022.''

Last week the #G20Brazil Ministerial Declaration specifically recognized FAO’s #BlueTransformation Roadmap as a key framework for achieving long-term sustainability in #fisheries & #aquaculture. It also highlights #SSFGuidelines, #PSMA & #FAO_GSA as key to supporting this vision. The first time fisheries and aquaculture issues were included in the #G20 agenda 👉 https://t.co/iCw6pwjG8L

New paper on the use of byproducts from fish processing from seven case studies covering industrialized fisheries and aquaculture. Our study shows that across the case studies on average 72% of byproducts are utilized. Of the case studies, Norwegian Atlantic salmon has the highest utilization rate of 99% and and wild Alaskan salmon the lowest at 37%. Scale appears to be a make-or-break for the economic feasibility of investing in new production lines for handling byproducts, and helps to explain variations in utilization rates across case studies. https://lnkd.in/dZRP9FSU #MARIGREEN #FOLOU

#Aquaculture has reportedly surpassed wild fisheries in animal production for the first time according to a study by the United Nation’s Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) The findings of the report show that in 2022, aquaculture yielded 94.4 million tonnes of aquatic animal production – 51% of the total and 57% of the production destined for human consumption. “Aquaculture has a major role to play, particularly in Africa where its great potential is not yet realised,” the report adds. The African Food Fellowship is building the capacity of aquaculture food systems leaders in Africa to realise this great potential. One of our impact areas in #Kenya is aquaculture, and we're supporting Fellows to develop the leadership skills necessary to transform the sector. We've seen them develop and advance food systems actions that are already changing the industry for the better. Check out this news article with more details on the growth of aquaculture in recent years.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐀𝐎 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐝 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐠𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭. Importantly, any expansion with the industry would also play an important role in fisheries restoration. Aquaculture has helped more than 70 endangered or threatened species re-populate, and helps restore habitats. #Aquaculture #FAO #UN #Australia #USA #AmericanAquaculture #SustainableResouceCorp https://lnkd.in/gBX8hJv6

#ICYMI World fisheries and #aquaculture production has hit a new high, with aquaculture production of aquatic animals surpassing capture fisheries for the first time! According to a new report by FAO, fish farms are now the leading source of seafood, helping supplement wild capture and providing a boost to meet the growing global demand for sustainable seafood without putting extra strain on wild fish populations. Compared to 2022, global fisheries and aquaculture production surged to 223.2 million tons, a 4.4% increase from 2020. This shift highlights the importance of sustainable aquaculture practices for the future of our oceans. Read the full report here: https://bit.ly/4cC3vp4

Aquaculture Overtakes Wild Fisheries for the First Time A recent UN report highlights that aquaculture production has surpassed wild fisheries. This milestone underscores the growing importance of sustainable aquaculture in meeting global food demands.Read more:

Global fisheries and aquaculture production reaches a new record high

Potential of Marine Fish Aquaculture in the United States: A Market Analysis https://lnkd.in/eyzUdS4X

FAO Report: Global fisheries and aquaculture production reaches a new record high Aquaculture surpasses capture fisheries in aquatic animal production for the first time, The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2024 says. World fisheries and aquaculture production has hit a new high, with aquaculture production of aquatic animals surpassing capture fisheries for the first time, according to a new report from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) released today.  The 2024 edition of The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture (SOFIA) said global fisheries and aquaculture production in 2022 surged to 223.2 million tonnes, a 4.4 percent increase from the year 2020. Production comprised 185.4 million tonnes of aquatic animals and 37.8 million tonnes of algae. “FAO welcomes the significant achievements thus far, but further transformative and adaptive actions are needed to strengthen the efficiency, inclusiveness, resilience and sustainability of aquatic food systems and consolidate their role in addressing food insecurity, poverty alleviation and sustainable governance,” said FAO Director-General QU Dongyu. “That’s why FAO advocates Blue Transformation, to meet the overall requirements of better production, better nutrition, a better environment and a better life, leaving no one behind.” The SOFIA report will be formally launched at the High-level event on ocean action “Immersed in Change”  in San Jose, Costa Rica Aquaculture produces record amount In 2022 and for the first time in history, aquaculture surpassed capture fisheries as the main producer of aquatic animals. Global aquaculture production reached an unprecedented 130.9 million tonnes, of which 94.4 million tonnes are aquatic animals, 51 percent of the total aquatic animal production.  Aquaculture growth indicates its capacity to further contribute to meeting the rising global demand for aquatic foods, but future expansion and intensification must prioritise sustainability and benefit regions and communities most in need. At present, a small number of countries dominate aquaculture. Ten of them – China, Indonesia, India, Viet Nam, Bangladesh, the Philippines, Republic of Korea, Norway, Egypt, and Chile – produced over 89.8 percent of the total. But many low-income countries in Africa and Asia are not using their full potential. Targeted policies, technology transfer, capacity building and responsible investment are crucial to boost sustainable aquaculture where it is most needed, especially in Africa. https://lnkd.in/eBwYbbtd #aquaculture #fishfarming #foodsecurity