Using the information in the pie chart above, answer each of the following questions - Leaving Cert Geography - Question A - 2015

The two regions/countries to which Ireland exported the least seafood in 2012 are Africa and Asia, each accounting for a small percentage in the pie chart.

To find the total percentage of seafood exports to non-EU regions, we look at the slices representing non-EU exports: Russia (5%), Other Non-EU (6%), and the remaining percentages from regions like Africa (5%) and Asia (11%). Therefore, the total is:

$5 + 6 + 5 + 11 = 27\%$

Thus, the total percentage of seafood exports to non-EU regions in 2012 is 27%.

Two challenges facing the Irish fishing industry include:

1. Sustainability Concerns: Overfishing and depletion of fish stocks pose significant threats. Maintaining sustainable fishing practices is crucial to protect marine biodiversity.

2. Regulatory Changes: The fishing industry faces strict regulations and quotas set by the EU, which can impact the livelihoods of fishermen and the industry's overall profitability.