Fishing and aquaculture are the primary ways that people around the world get tasty seafood. In today’s lesson, we will learn about how these habits can protect the health of the seas.
However, it is crucial to fish in an ocean-friendly manner. Sustainable fishing is catching fish in a manner that doesn’t affect the total population of fish, or the depth of the ocean. Catch only so many fish a year, and we can ensure there will always be enough fish in the future. And that helps keep the ocean healthy and teeming with life.
Aquaculture is farming for fish and other seafood. It supplements the increasing worldwide demand for seafood. We can raise fish in ponds or tanks to grow seafood in a safe, responsible way. Aquaculture benefits wild fish populations by allowing them to mature.
To manage fish stocks is to count how many fish are caught and to ensure that it is not too many. By setting fishing limits and protecting the places fish grow and make babies, we can help keep fish populations healthy. And it also protects ocean life, which translates to as many different plants and animals in the ocean as possible. Everything that lives in the ocean is interconnected in some way.
Aquaculture tech is improving to assist in genrating seafood smarter. They are, for instance, special food for fish to help them grow faster and stay healthy. Technology is used to test the water quality so that the fish have a healthy environment. With new tools at our disposal, we can grow more seafood with less.
Sustainable fishing and aquaculture are not only an environmental win but also a source of jobs. By fishing sustainably and promoting aquaculture, we can assist the local communities that rely on seafood. They also deliver delicious and healthful seafood to people all over, benefit the economy, and support resources for the long-term.
