What is Overfishing | Marine Stewardship Council - MSC
Overfishing is a serious global problem that threatens ocean wildlife and biodiversity. It occurs when too many fish are caught and there are not enough adults to breed and sustain a healthy population. Learn more about the factors that drive overfishing, the impacts on people and the environment, and what can be done to stop it.
Sustainable Fishing | MSC | Marine Stewardship Council
The MSC is a global organization that certifies wild fish and seafood from fisheries that meet its standards for sustainable fishing. Learn about the MSC label, the benefits of choosing MSC, the fisheries program, and the latest news and stories from the MSC community.
The MSC Improvement Program | Marine Stewardship Council
Over 500 fisheries worldwide are already certified to the MSC Fisheries Standard, the leading benchmark for sustainable fishing. But many other fisheries still face obstacles to achieving sustainability. For fisheries not yet operating at a level that meets the MSC Standard, the MSC Improvement program provides a framework to make progress.
Climate change and fishing | Marine Stewardship Council - MSC
Learn how climate change affects oceans, fish stocks and fishing industry, and how sustainable fisheries can adapt to environmental changes. Find out how MSC certified fisheries balance economic and environmental priorities and reduce their carbon footprint.
Are sardines sustainable? | Marine Stewardship Council | Marine
Sardines are small fish with a strong flavor and oily texture. Sardines carrying the blue MSC label are certified sustainable.
Is squid sustainable? | Marine Stewardship Council - MSC
Learn about the different types of squid eaten in North America and how to find certified sustainable squid with the MSC blue fish label. Squid is a healthy, low-fat seafood that can be sauteed, grilled, or fried.
Sustainable Crab | Marine Stewardship Council - MSC
Learn about crab, a ten-legged crustacean with species in all oceanic regions and more. Find out how to cook crab, where to buy sustainable crab, and read stories of crab fishers.
Choose MSC Certified Sustainable Seafood | Marine Stewardship …
Choosing products with the MSC blue fish label allows you to enjoy eating seafood with the knowledge you have made a positive choice to support well-managed, sustainable fisheries. These fisheries are pioneering new ways to conserve the marine environment. Find Out Where to Buy MSC Certified ...
Hokkaido scallop fishery gains MSC certification
May 13, 2013 · The Hokkaido Federation of Fisheries Cooperative Association’s scallop fishery today achieved certification to the Marine Stewardship Council’s (MSC) global standard for sustainable and well-managed fisheries.
MSC Whitefish Yearbook | Marine Stewardship Council
Many of the longest standing MSC certified fisheries are those catching whitefish. Over the past two decades, the volume of sustainable whitefish supply has enabled MSC label growth across markets in Europe, North America and Asia. In 2022-2023, approximately 74% of the world's wild whitefish catch ...