World Tuna Day

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2023 Date	2 May 2023
2024 Date	2 May 2024

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World Tuna Day in 2023

Tuesday, 2 May

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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.

Top Tweets for World Tuna Day -

Updated 05:13

This #WorldTunaDay, we’re asking – how seabird safe is the tuna we eat? Read more in our latest blog: https://t.co/pBRwjbVxoP @AlbyTaskForce https://t.co/SxctPOesmK
— RSPB Science (@RSPBScience) May 2, 2023

World Tuna Day is an event celebrated globally on May 2nd every year. It was first observed in 2017, after the United Nations General Assembly recognised the importance of tuna as a vital food source and decided to dedicate a day to it. #worldtunaday https://t.co/7Ws2a998sH
— Liz Allan (@FullCircleCI_) May 2, 2023

This World Tuna Day – a reminder to celebrate the hard work of millions of fishing communities in the Western Central Pacific Ocean for making it possible for tuna to be a regular part of people’s diet & important protein source in Australia & the world over. https://t.co/mb6Bdljq9h
— anne gabriel (@AnneGabrielOz) 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.

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Top things to do in the UK 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.
Check out one of the several seafood festivals held on World Tuna Day to celebrate the importance of tuna in British cuisine. These festivals feature cooking demonstrations, tastings, and educational displays that highlight sustainable fishing practices.
Visit seafood restaurants in London that specialise in serving fresh tuna dishes such as Primeur, Aqua Kyoto, and Hakkasan.