U. Rashid Sumaila

3 weeks ago | science.org | Lauren Shea |Daniel Pauly |U. Rashid Sumaila

AbstractFishmeal and fish oil (FMFO) are critical inputs for the compound aquatic feeds sustaining the fed aquaculture sector, yet there is limited publicly available information on the location of FMFO production factories around the globe. This makes it difficult to assess the environmental, social, and economic impacts of individual factories and the industry’s footprint as a whole. To fill this knowledge gap, we compiled location data for FMFO factories across 63 producing countries.

Feb 23, 2024 | afspubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com | U. Rashid Sumaila

INTRODUCTION In 2023, I've been deeply honored to receive recognition for my modest contributions to advancing the cause of utilizing economics in the sustainable management of environmental resources, particularly for the benefit of future generations and our most vulnerable communities.

Dec 1, 2023 | mercatus.org | U. Rashid Sumaila

Summary: This brief presents the evolution of global efforts aimed at curbing harmful fisheries subsidies since 2001, when the World Trade Organization (WTO) was entrusted with the task of facilitating an agreement among nations to address this issue. The journey has been lengthy and intricate, culminating in the groundbreaking global agreement reached in June 2022 to eliminate subsidies fueling overfishing. While securing this agreement is commendable, there remains substantial work ahead.

Nov 30, 2023 | nature.com | U. Rashid Sumaila

AbstractTechnological advances over the past century have greatly reduced the proportion of human labour required to produce the world’s food. On land, these advances have continually increased yields, feeding a growing human population even as the number of farmers has fallen.

Aug 8, 2023 | brookings.edu | U. Rashid Sumaila

Editor's note: Below is a viewpoint from the Foresight Africa 2023 report, which explores top priorities for the region in the coming year. Read the full chapter on climate change. The Blue Economy (BE) consists of economic activities taking place below, on, or adjacent to the ocean, or aquatic systems more generally.