The world gets more seafood from aquaculture than wild catch
Aquaculture has surpassed wild catch as the primary seafood source since 2013, reducing pressure on wild fish stocks and supporting sustainable production, food security, and marine biodiversity.
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Aquaculture has surpassed wild catch as the primary source of seafood globally, a trend that has been evident since 2013. This shift has alleviated some pressure on wild fish stocks, which would have faced severe overexploitation if the rising demand for seafood had been met solely through wild fishing. Aquaculture encompasses the farming of fish, crustaceans, and aquatic plants, and has seen significant growth over recent decades. The increasing reliance on aquaculture is crucial for sustainable seafood production, helping to protect marine ecosystems while meeting global consumption needs. This development highlights the importance of aquaculture in ensuring food security and maintaining biodiversity in ocean environments.
- Aquaculture has become the leading source of seafood, surpassing wild catch since 2013.
- The growth of aquaculture has reduced pressure on wild fish stocks.
- Aquaculture includes the farming of fish, crustaceans, and aquatic plants.
- Sustainable seafood production is essential for food security and marine biodiversity.
- The trend reflects a significant shift in global seafood consumption practices.
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3 commentsSilly thought: does this mean aquaculture could eventually lead to new "breeds" of (a given species of) fish by artificial selection, significantly different from their wild counterparts?
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