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Outlaw Ocean Project Investigates Global Fishmeal Supply Chain Abuses

Outlaw Ocean Project Investigates Global Fishmeal Supply Chain Abuses

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ThreatCluster •October 9, 2026 at 21:38 UTC
  • •The Outlaw Ocean Project's report covers over 1,000 fishmeal factories across 64 countries.
  • •Key issues include forced labor, environmental pollution, and depletion of fish stocks.
  • •The report documents 80 incidents of civil unrest related to the fishmeal industry.

The Outlaw Ocean Project has published a comprehensive report detailing labor, environmental, and fisheries abuses in the global fishmeal supply chain. The investigation, spanning five years, involved over 1,000 fishmeal factories across 64 countries, revealing issues such as forced labor, pollution, and depletion of fish stocks. The report highlights economic harms, public health risks, and political instability linked to the fishmeal industry, including 80 incidents of civil unrest primarily in India, Peru, and Senegal. The findings are set to be reported by numerous media outlets, including the New York Times and The Economist. The investigation's breadth and depth underscore the systemic problems within the industry, affecting workers, local communities, and ecosystems.

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2026-10-09
Outlaw Ocean Project report released
A comprehensive investigation revealed widespread abuses in the global fishmeal supply chain, affecting labor rights and environmental standards.
Seafoodsource
2026-10-09
Investigation findings reported
The Outlaw Ocean Project's findings are set to be covered by major media outlets, highlighting systemic issues in the fishmeal industry.
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What specific abuses were reported?
The report details forced labor, environmental pollution, and depletion of fish stocks across the fishmeal supply chain.
Which countries are most affected?
The report highlights significant issues in India, Peru, and Senegal, among others.
How can companies respond to these findings?
Companies in the seafood supply chain should assess their sourcing practices and ensure compliance with labor and environmental standards.