World Tuna Day

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2023 Date	May 2, 2023
2024 Date	May 2, 2024

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World Tuna Day in 2023

Tuesday, May 2

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World Tuna Day History

World Tuna Day seeks to raise awareness about the overfishing of tuna and tuna-like species. Tuna and similar species are important fish both economically, and as a source of food. Their meat is rich in vitamins, and they serve as a vital resource for developed and developing countries. According to the United Nations (UN), about 7 million tons of tuna and tuna-like species are harvested every year. This day aims to inform and educate the public about the harm caused by overfishing. Overfishing can harm ocean ecosystems and biodiversity. Overfishing can threaten wildlife and consequently the entire economic systems.

World Tuna Day was established in 2016 by the UN General Assembly. It is observed annually on May 2nd.

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Updated 05:12

Tuna's popularity has resulted in it being overfished in many places. Ensuring the tuna we eat is sustainably managed can help protect fish stocks & their surrounding ecosystems. More on Tuesday's #WorldTunaDay. https://t.co/Sj4lrYgAmo #GlobalGoals https://t.co/vgkKbNzmwN
— United Nations (@UN) May 2, 2023

Sustainability is more than a buzz word. It is needed for man & planet to survey long-term. The world celebrates 'World Tuna Day' today, with the hope that we will have enough supplies for the next generations. #ALDUBatADNFishTales https://t.co/46LkmFOgZF
— ALDUBNationTrends (@AlDubADNTrends) May 1, 2023

Good Tuesday morning. We made it through another Monday. Today is World Tuna Day, Baby Day, Brothers & Sisters Day, Truffle Day, Concert Day and Always Taco Tuesday. Life is short. Make every moment count. You are loved and we are Blessed. 🇺🇸 https://t.co/99LJQZJGB8
— Bill Wheeler (@wjwheeler54) May 2, 2023

Facts about World Tuna Day

The theme for World Tuna Day in 2023 was Yes We Can.
The tuna industry has an estimated global sale value of almost $10 billion according to the UN.
About 7 million tons of tuna and tuna-like species are caught annually.
According to the UN, tuna species account for 8% of all globally traded seafood.

In the News and Trending in the US for World Tuna Day

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Top things to do in the US for World Tuna Day

Learn more about the different kinds of tuna species. Greenpeace lists several species of tuna and provides healthy recommendations for consumption.
Explore tuna recipes that you can make at home.
Watch a 2021 World Tuna Day video to learn more about tuna fishing and the industry.