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Rabobank Warns of 2028 Fishmeal Shortage Amid Slowing Protein Growth

WORLDWIDE
Monday, December 15, 2025, 00:20 (GMT + 9)

Seafood and Poultry to Lead 2026 Protein Growth as Industry Faces Supply Chain Pressures Rabobank analysts are forecasting a potential severe global fishmeal shortage beginning in 2028 unless the aquaculture industry implements timely and comprehensive countermeasures. The warning comes as the broader global animal protein production growth is expected to continue its slowdown into 2026. Rabobank's analysis indicates that feed manufacturers are approaching the mandatory minimum usage levels for marine raw materials. Concurrently, global catch volumes have reached their ceiling, as most fisheries are operating within quotas. The bank projects that demand could exceed supply when the El Niño weather pattern is anticipated to return in 2028 if the consumption of fishmeal and fish oil is not further reduced. To mitigate this impending supply pressure, Rabobank is... FULL STORY

United States New England Shrimp Fishery Shut Down Extended Amid Gulf of Maine Stock Crisis Dec 15, 00:10 Regulators Maintain Moratorium for at Least Three More Years After Unsuccessful Sampling Pilot PORTLAND, Main... FULL STORY		China Smart Ocean Competition Concludes: Innovation Drives Marine Digital Transformation Dec 15, 00:10 National Smart Ocean Big Data and AI Competition Wraps Up in Sanya SANYA, Provincia de Hainan – La... FULL STORY

Peru The Largest Fishery is Sustainable and Peruvian Dec 13, 00:00 The recent recognition by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC IP) of the improvement program for Peru's artisa... FULL STORY		China China's Shrimp Imports Surge 10%, Fueling Fierce Market Competition Dec 12, 11:00 Vietnam Solidifies Position as Key Supplier Amid Rising Demand for Premium Products China has witnessed a sig... FULL STORY

Spain
CEPESCA Classifies TAC and Quota Agreement for 2026 as 'Best Possible Result' Despite Adverse Negotiating Context
Dec 15, 00:20
Maintenance of fishing days in the Mediterranean and mixed results in the Atlantic. The sector highlights Commissioner Kadis's commitment to regulator... FULL STORY

European Union
EU Fisheries Ministers Set 2026 Quotas: Atlantic, North Sea Agreements Solid, Mediterranean Compromise Rejected
Dec 15, 00:10
Historic Fishing Opportunities Secured for the Atlantic and North Sea, While Commission Rejects Mediterranean Deal In a pivotal meeting, EU fisheries... FULL STORY

Brazil
Brazilian Fishing Sector Presses for Legal Framework to Modernize the Industry
Dec 15, 00:10
Bill 4789/2024 Seeks to Separate Aquaculture from Traditional Fishing, Promote Artisanal Practices, and Ensure Clear Environmental and Social Rules. ... FULL STORY

MORE NEWS

Russian Federation Dec 12, 19:00 (GMT + 9):
	IN BRIEF - Far East Fleet Gets New Crabber: Alexander Sapozhnikov

Portugal Dec 12, 09:20 (GMT + 9):
	The Tragedy of the Portuguese Village That Fried Fish with Cocaine: The Incredible Rabo de Peixe Case

Worldwide Dec 12, 08:00 (GMT + 9):
	Specialist Denounces Pattern of Illegal Activity in the South Atlantic

United Kingdom Dec 12, 06:00 (GMT + 9):
	UK Secures $1.06 Billion in Valuable Fishing Opportunities for 2026

Ecuador Dec 12, 05:00 (GMT + 9):
	New Tax on Key Shrimp Input Raises Sector's Annual Costs by $ 4 Million

Russian Federation Dec 12, 03:00 (GMT + 9):
	IN BRIEF - Russia Seeks to Combat Waste: Canning of Cod Liver Oil Allowed Directly Onboard

Argentina Dec 12, 00:10 (GMT + 9):
	Argentine Shrimp Crisis: «If Rawson maintains 70 thousand tons, we agree to quota»

Norway Dec 12, 00:10 (GMT + 9):
	Capelin Fishing Ban in Barents Sea Recommended to Continue in 2026

Spain Dec 12, 00:00 (GMT + 9):
	Other media \| iPac.aquacultura: Anfaco-Cytma takes stock of its actions in a 'demanding 2025'

United Kingdom Dec 12, 00:00 (GMT + 9):
	Other Media \| Fish Focus: Norway & the UK fish & chips industry

Norway Dec 12, 00:00 (GMT + 9):
	Other Media \| SalmonBusiness: Fake labels and downgraded fish, police move in on Bergen salmon trader

Norway Dec 12, 00:00 (GMT + 9):
	Other Media \| Fish Farmer: Andfjord Salmon hires new contractor

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