World fishing and aquaculture production sets a record

Published Jun 10, 2024

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The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations has released a report revealing that global fisheries and aquaculture production hit a record 232.2 million tons in 2022, with a projected growth of 10% by 2032. This figure surpasses that of 2020 by 4.4%, with aquaculture now surpassing capture fisheries as the primary source of aquatic animals. The report emphasizes the importance of sustainable aquaculture practices, specific policies, technology transfer, and responsible investment to combat food insecurity and poverty. In 2022, global trade in aquatic products reached $195 billion, with China being the leading exporter. The consumption of foods of aquatic origin is vital for nutrition, providing essential high-quality protein and nutrients for 3.2 billion people. The sector also provides employment for 61.8 million people, with women accounting for a significant portion, particularly in processing.
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Global fisheries and aquaculture production reached a record of 232.2 million tons in 2022 with projections to grow by 10% in the next decade, according to the FAO report. This is indicated in the report 'The state of world fisheries and aquaculture', presented in Costa Rica by the Director of Fisheries of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), Manuel Barange, within the framework of the event international oceanic action 'Immersed in Change', organized by the Costa Rican Government. The data from the report indicates that the 232.2 million tons of fishing and aquaculture production is the highest figure on record, exceeding that of 2020 by 4.4%. Production included 185.4 million tons of aquatic animals and 37.8 million tons of algae. China, Indonesia, India, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Philippines, South Korea, Norway, Egypt and Chile account for 89.8% of world aquaculture production. Latin America and the Caribbean produced 17.7 million tons of fishing and ...
Source: PEefeagro
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