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IFFO Members’ Meeting 2026 concludes in Madrid

Madrid, 29 April 2026

IFFO – The Marine Ingredients Organisation has concluded its 2026 Members’ Meeting, held in Madrid from 27–29 April, bringing together a record 277 delegates from 35 countries for in-depth discussion across the global marine ingredients value chain. 

Opening the event, IFFO President Adriana Giudice emphasised the importance of providing clarity and transparency on how marine ingredients contribute to global nutrition and future food security. 

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Science, sustainability and a proactive industry approach

Across both days, discussions reinforced the importance of science‑based decision‑making and common metrics to accurately demonstrate the marine ingredients sector’s value and progress.

Fisheries scientist Professor Ray Hilborn (University of Washington) provided a global update on fish stock assessments, noting that small pelagic fisheries remain, on average, stable and above maximum sustainable yield, although climate change continues to reshape productivity and distribution. His analysis reinforced the importance of sustainable harvest limits, adaptive management and evidence‑based dialogue in rebuilding and maintaining healthy fish stocks.

As fed aquaculture, nutraceuticals and pet food are set to continue growing, speakers highlighted that innovation in precision nutrition, circular ingredients, and traceability systems is expected to enable the industry to respond to sustainability expectations while maintaining performance and nutritional quality.

In a complex geopolitical and regulatory landscape, and while scrutiny over the sector is high, this meeting reaffirmed the need for collaboration and alignment. The marine ingredients sector was recognised as being increasingly supported by scientific evidence and as one of the few sectors where clear progress is being made, driven by initiatives such as MarinTrust. 

Looking ahead

IFFO’s key takeaways from the meeting are available:

  • Day 1 key takeaways: https://www.iffo.com/key-takeaways-iffos-2026-members-meeting-day-1
  • Day 2 key takeaways: https://www.iffo.com/key-takeaways-iffos-2026-members-meeting-day-2

IFFO looks forward to continuing the conversation throughout the year in particular at its October Annual Conference in Buenos Aires.