Largest chain of sushi restaurants in the Nordic region becomes first to serve ASC certified sushi in Sweden
The Swedish chain Sushi Yama has become the first sushi restaurant in the Nordic region to achieve ASC certification. The restaurant chain attained Chain of Custody certificate following a rigorous…
ASC urges the public to have their say on draft London Food Strategy
As part of his pledge to do everything in his power to help improve food in the city, Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has released a draft London Food Strategy.…
Sales of ASC-certified products in the Netherlands rise by a third to 200 million euros
Total sales of ASC-certified products in Dutch supermarkets increased by a third in 2017 as shoppers continue to embrace responsibly sourced seafood. Analysis by research agency IRI found that sales…
ASC statement regarding sea lice issue in Clayoquot Sound, Canada
Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) always welcomes input from stakeholders aiming to help improve ASC’s standards and certification processes. Consultation, transparency and independence are central to ASC’s values and our dedication…
ASC Releases Results of First Farmer’s Survey
As the global aquaculture industry continues to expand rapidly to meet a growing demand for protein, so the need for responsible environmental and social certification becomes ever more important. The…
Bonjour, it’s Think Fish Week in France!
Today is the launch of La Semaine de la Pêche Responsable, a week-long campaign to encourage French consumers to make an informed choice for certified responsibly farmed and sustainably caught seafood. …
Japanese town celebrates unique commitment to ASC and FSC certification
Minamisanriku Town, Miyagi Prefecture in northern Japan has achieved an unusual distinction. During an event held at the town hall, city officials announced that the town has earned certifications for…
ASC’s Seriola programme gains industry footing
Kurose Suisan and Global Ocean Works are First Farms Certified to Seriola Standard The Japanese farms Kurose Suisan and Global Ocean Works have become the first Seriola producers in the…
First cobia farm becomes ASC certified
The Open Blue farm in Panama has become the first cobia producer in the world certified to the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) standard. To attain certification, the farm was assessed…
Strong growth of labelled products brings certified seafood to the forefront in the Netherlands
A Dutch consumer survey has revealed that the consumption of certified products is continuing to gain mainstream popularity in the Netherlands. The ASC (Aquaculture Stewardship Council) logo accounted for the…