It is prepared and released by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
- The report's special focus is on “Blue Transformation in Action”.
Key findings of the report
- World fisheries and aquaculture production hit a new high in 2022 at 223.2 million tonnes.
- With 8 percent of total production, India ranked second in aquatic animals production.
- For the First time, aquaculture surpassed capture fisheries as the main producer of aquatic animals.
- With 1.9 million tonnes, India ranked first in Inland fisheries production.
Role of Aquatic Foods in Climate Action
- The 2023 United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Ocean Dialogue recognized the potential of aquatic foods for providing critical climate solutions.
- FAO integrates traditional knowledge for adapting to climate change in specific areas, like local species suited for evolving conditions.
Blue Transformation in Action
- FAO introduced its "Blue Transformation" vision in 2021, It aims to leverage aquatic food systems, to enhance food security, improve nutrition, etc
- Objectives:
- Sustainable aquaculture expansion to meet global demand, with equitable benefit distribution.
- Effective fisheries management for healthy stocks and fair livelihoods.
- Upgraded aquatic value chains ensuring social, economic, and environmental sustainability.
Fisheries and aquaculture in the context of Global Biodiversity Agreements
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