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"Report projects 45% of wild-caught fish used for aquaculture feed by 2040" — Mongabay · Humanitarian & Biosphere
This is a projection from a report (likely by the Global Alliance or a similar body, given the 'Wild Alaska Pollock 2040' search result suggests a related industry study) that by 2040, 45% of the world's —nearly half of the marine catch—will be diverted to produce and for feeding farmed fish and shrimp, rather than being consumed directly by people. The figure reflects the growing demand for aquaculture feed as farmed seafood production expands, and it highlights a sustainability concern: the pressure on wild fish stocks may increase even as aquaculture grows.
The claim is reported by Mongabay, a reputable environmental news outlet, citing a named report. The primary source is likely a peer-reviewed study or an industry report (e.g., from the Global Aquaculture Alliance or a research group), but the exact title and publisher are not confirmed in the provided material. The 45% figure is a projection, not a current measurement, so its solidity depends on the underlying model's assumptions; the reporting appears to closely reflect the report's findings, but the source's methodology is not independently verified here.
This is genuinely new reporting from September 21, 2026, based on the publication window; no recirculation year is indicated.