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Farmer Stories
Meet the responsible seafood farmers putting ASC’s standards into action.
The world’s appetite for seafood is growing fast.
Farmed seafood, also known as aquaculture, already provides more than half of the seafood eaten worldwide, but a growing industry means a growing impact. That’s why we are working hard to encourage responsible farming, and to promote the benefits of responsibly farmed seafood.
Read stories from the farms that meet these best practices and what makes them proud of the work they do.
Oysters, Mussels & Clams | Taylor Shellfish Farms, PNW
“Being ASC-certified does not mean a dramatic shift in operations but rather results in management pausing before decisions are made on infrastructure, farming practices, community engagement and labor, to ensure we are making a wholistic change.”
Steelhead and Rainbow Trout | Riverence Provisions, Idaho
“Achieving ASC certification means that our entire process from social to environmental to employee safety has been validated.” – Todd English, Vice President of Sustainability
Mussels | Finisterra, Portugal
“ASC challenges us to continually improve and raise the highest standards for both sea and land operations.” – Manuel Pinto Ribeiro, Manager
Oysters | Huitres Favier, France
“The ocean must remain alive, with its fauna and flora. It must be preserved.” – Dominique Favier
Salmon | Atlantic Sapphire, Florida
“By achieving ASC certification, we strengthen our belief that innovative and sustainable aquaculture practices can play a critical role in safeguarding the environment while supporting the growing global population. Together, we are shaping a meaningful and sustainable future for food.” – Pedro Courard, CEO
Hawaiian Kanpachi | Blue Ocean Mariculture, Hawaii
“We’re dedicated to producing responsibly grown seafood, promoting healthy oceans and contributing to vibrant communities. The ASC certification standards are a wonderful tool to ensure that our decisions and best practices have a positive impact on our customers and waters.” – Tyler Korte, Vice President of Marine Operations Hawaiian Kanpachi | Blue Ocean Mariculture, Hawaii
