The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2026 provides the latest data and information on the trends, challenges, opportunities, and innovations shaping the sector. It also assesses the state and health of marine fisheries resources.
Widely recognized as a major reference for policymakers, resource managers, scientists, producers, industry players and civil society, the report offers a global perspective on the role of aquatic food systems in food security, nutrition, livelihoods and sustainable development.
This edition showcases concrete progress towards the Blue Transformation, highlighting how countries and partners are translating ambition into action through innovation, science, responsible management, and community engagement. Through stories and examples from around the world, the report demonstrates how these efforts are advancing the sustainability of fisheries and aquaculture, strengthening resilient and efficient value chains, and contributing to more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient aquatic food systems.
Source : FAO
