Tuna is one of the world’s most popular fish – whether in sushi, sandwiches or salads – and it plays a big role in feeding people and supporting ocean health. That’s why World Tuna Day is so important: it’s a chance to recognise how vital tuna is and why choosing sustainably caught tuna matters. Half of the world’s wild tuna catch now comes from fisheries that meet the Marine Stewardship Council’s (MSC) sustainability standard. That means they’re fishing in a way that protects tuna populations, minimises harm to ocean habitats, and helps ensure there’s enough tuna for future generations. The progress we’re seeing today is thanks to over 180 tuna fisheries around the world that are committed to sustainable practices. But that work needs to continue, and World Tuna Day is a great reminder that our everyday choices – like checking for the blue MSC label – really do count. Tuna is being protected through global efforts to ensure it’s fished sustainably: 54% of the global tuna catch is now...
