Gender and food loss issues are well studied, but their link is often overlooked. In African fisheries value chains, gender relations are a primary factor in the social and economic contexts that shape them.

The widespread impacts of COVID-19 are driving a major shift towards a “circular economy” approach within many systems, including the food system, providing an alternative to the current linear economy.

The 2020 The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture has a particular focus on sustainability, with topics ranging from data and information systems, to ocean pollution, product legality, user rights and climate change adaptation.

COVID-19, changing consumer demand, and market access have cause logistical problems for the fish value chains, resulting in an increased reliance on the cold chain and cold storage to prevent food loss and waste.

This article shares details about how a project in Indonesia has allowed people in Indonesia to improve the quality of their catch, access technologies and broader markets, and reduce food waste.