Global supply chains behind European seafood consumption face environmental concerns

French seafood consumption is tied to overfishing and pollution in developing countries.

Imported fishmeal and fish oil consumed in France rely on global supply chains that drive overfishing, pollution, and food insecurity in developing countries. These feed sources connect domestic plates to severe ecological and labour issues across international waters. The findings highlight the hidden human and environmental toll of modern aquaculture.

• The causeFarmed fish and livestock depend heavily on ground fishmeal and fish oil.
• The impactLocal food security in poorer nations suffers due to industrial export practices.