How did the flash-freezing technology aboard large fishing vessels allow fishers to overharvest fish stocks?

The flash-freezing technology aboard large fishing vessels allows fishers to rapidly freeze the caught fish, preserving their quality and freshness for an extended period. This enables vessels to stay at sea longer and catch a larger volume of fish during a single trip, increasing fishing efficiency. As the market for frozen fish products grows, fishing companies invest in advanced fishing gear and flash-freezing systems to meet demand. This contributes to the overharvesting of fish stocks, as fishers catch fish faster than their populations can replenish. Sustainable fishing practices, regulations, and promoting the consumption of sustainably sourced seafood can help mitigate the negative impacts of flash-freezing technology and prevent overharvesting.