date:May 19, 2015
6 million tonnes, and a further 5 percent growth in aquaculture production to 78 million tonnes.
As a result, fish production is forecast to reach 168.6 million tonnes in 2015, up 2.6 per cent from the previous year.
Strong demand from the US and EU have underpinned international fish trade through 2014 and the start of 2015.
Consumer demand for fish remains brisk, with more people worldwide appreciating the health benefits of regular fish consumption. Direct human consumption, which accounts fo