About the topic
The world population is increasing, and so is the need for food. Marine food may contribute to sustainability objectives because oceanic biological production potential is high, but we still consume comparatively little
This scientific opinion advises on how to increase the quantity of food coming from the oceans in a sustainable way. Its recommendations have informed proposals for the post-2020 European Maritime and Fisheries Fund.
Advice and related documents
- Scientific opinion - Food from the oceans (November 2017) informed by SAPEA evidence review report
- One-page summary - Food from the oceans (November 2017)
- News: Commission's top scientific advisers publish opinion on Food from the Oceans
- Scoping paper - Food from the oceans (December 2016)
Contact: EC-SAM@ec.europa.eu