Forget the Guilt—Eating Seafood Can Help Save the Ocean | Opinion
Summary
Americans are encouraged to eat more seafood, as efforts to manage fishing better have improved the sustainability of U.S. fisheries. The introduction of fair fishing practices, known as "catch shares," has helped increase fish populations and boosted employment in the fishing industry. There is also progress in making aquaculture more sustainable and environmentally friendly.Key Facts
- October is celebrated as National Seafood Month in the U.S.
- Overfishing and unsafe fishing practices were major problems in U.S. waters by the early 2000s.
- "Catch shares" is a method where regulated amounts of fish are caught to ensure sustainability.
- More than 50 fish stocks in the U.S. have recovered or are on track to recover.
- Commercial fishing jobs in the U.S. increased by 38% from 2011 to 2022.
- About 94% of U.S. fisheries assessed by NOAA are considered sustainable.
- The Marine Aquaculture Research for America (MARA) Act supports sustainable ocean fish farming.
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