Why You Should Think Twice Before Eating Squid (The Seafood Labeling Problem No One Talks About)

Squid fisheries are booming worldwide, but most consumers have no idea what they are actually eating.

In this episode, marine biologist and Oceana policy advisor Marine Cusa breaks down how seafood labeling gaps are hiding critical information about squid species, origins, and fishing practices. Using DNA testing, her team uncovered that many squid products come from distant, high-risk fisheries, often without any transparency for consumers.

We explore how traceability failures, unregulated fishing, and complex global supply chains make squid one of the hardest seafood products to track. You will also learn how some fisheries are linked to illegal fishing and poor labor conditions, and why current labeling laws in North America and Europe are not enough.

If you care about sustainable seafood, ocean conservation, and making informed choices, this episode will change the way you look at calamari forever.

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