EU grapples with lower seafood consumption, 'exceptionally high' import dependence

Per capita seafood consumption in the trading bloc has fallen 7.6 percent over the last 10 years, according to the European Fish Processors and Traders Association.

While EU consumers are buying a greater variety of seafood, volumes sold are lower. — While EU consumers are buying a greater variety of seafood, volumes sold are lower.Photo: Shutterstock

Rachel Mutter

Correspondent

Published 17 October 2024, 09:59Updated 18 October 2024, 02:39

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