The publication of the report coincides with the launch of the Global Shrimp Council’s first major marketing campaign.
The latest edition of The Yearbook of Fishery and Aquaculture Statistics reveals a record 223 million tonnes of global fisheries and aquaculture production in 2022, with aquaculture surpassing capture fisheries.
Excluding harvested forages and roughages, the study found that in 2023, aquaculture consumed 615,800 tons of aquafeeds in the US.
The European Commission has presented its Vision for Agriculture and Food, a roadmap aimed at fostering a competitive, resilient, and future-proof agri-food sector.
Compared to 2023, results concluded that all six main mycotoxins increased.
In 2024, mortality in farmed salmon at sea was 15.4%, down from 16.7% the previous year.
International sales of Scottish salmon have hit a record high of £844 million, soaring by 45% in a year to remain the UK’s top food export.
Salmon exports surged 20% to $203 million in 2024, driven by strong demand for chilled and frozen products in key markets like the USA and China.
The Canadian Aquaculture Industry Alliance underlines the urgent need to stop Trudeau's policies after the release of production data.
A new report outlines strategies for sustainably increasing the production of aquatic foods across Africa to meet continental goals for economic growth and food security amid forecasts of a deficit.
Seafood is poised to surpass poultry as the leading contributor to global protein supply growth.
The salmon industry is expected to continue its recovery and shrimp farmers anticipate improved margins.
After 20 years, the Norwegian government unveiled a new animal welfare report with new targets.
The report also highlights an increase in apparent consumption in 2022 in aquaculture products.
The European Commission's latest EU agricultural outlook report reveals a resilient agricultural sector adapting to the triple challenges of climate change, sustainability concerns, and shifting consumer demand.
The report indicates an increase in the use of antimicrobials in the marine phase compared to the previous year in Chile.
Finfish production is poised to see the greatest growth, while shrimp, which continues to face relatively low prices, is expected to grow just 2% year-on-year.
Total sales of aquaculture products in 2023 in the U.S. increased 26% from 2018 to 2023.
The initiative aims to transform the shrimp industry toward a more sustainable future.
The report highlights progress on sustainability goals, including reducing emissions, and advancing regenerative agriculture to lower environmental impacts while supporting global communities and supply chains.
