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First Ecuadorian Shrimp Farm Joins the Improver Program by ASC
AGRIMINGOLD S.A. becomes the first shrimp farm in Ecuador to participate in an Aquaculture Improvement Project (AIP) under the Improver Program by the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC). The AIP covers 334 acres of Pacific white shrimp farm in El Oro Province, Ecuador. AGRIMINGOLD S.A. produces 830 tons of shrimp annually. The Improver Program by ASC […]
ASC and Bamboo Sushi Launch Fin-Tastic ‘World Ocean Month’ Promotion
Seattle Preview Tasting Kicks Off National ‘Certified Seafood Experience’ Featuring ASC Yellowtail Crudo The Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) and Bamboo Sushi – North America’s first certified sustainable sushi restaurant – have partnered on a national promotion for World Ocean Month in June showcasing the benefits of responsibly farmed seafood. Beginning June 5, Bamboo Sushi will […]
TraceASC: Digital Traceability for ASC Certified Farmed Seafood
TraceASC is our pioneering digital traceability project that improves transparency in ASC certified supply chains and enhances confidence in the farmed seafood industry. Farmed seafood supply chains are often long and complex. Greater levels of transparency, digital traceability and verifiable information play a key role in meeting industry demands and expectations. This protects the integrity of responsible organizations across […]
From Rocky Mountain Spring Waters to SoCal’s Favorite Retailer: Erewhon Welcomes ASC Labeled Riverence Trout
Erewhon, Southern California’s Certified Organic retailer for clean, consciously sourced food, has expanded its seafood offerings with ASC labeled rainbow trout fillets from Riverence Provisions – an industry leader in land-based, responsibly farmed trout. The addition reflects Erewhon’s ongoing commitment to offering traceable, sustainably raised seafood that meets the highest environmental and social standards. Launched […]
Responsibly Farmed Seafood…and All That Jazz, New Orleans
Aquaculture Stewardship Council and partners promote ASC certified seafood during New Orleans’ French Quarter Festival April, 2025 – With brass bands blaring, salmon sizzling and festival crowds buzzing, the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) with partners BluGlacier and Inland Foods brought the flavor and story of responsibly farmed seafood to life in New Orleans. The organizations […]
Foppen’s All-New ASC Labeled Hot Smoked Norwegian Salmon Bites Debut at H-E-B
Premium, ready-to-eat Norwegian salmon is smoked to perfection and certified responsibly farmed. H-E-B shoppers have a fresh, flavorful reason to explore the seafood aisle this spring. The grocer recently debuted Foppen’s all-new, ASC labeled Hot Smoked Norwegian Atlantic Salmon Bites – Garlic & Herb. These bite-sized, ready-to-eat salmon pieces are rich in smoky flavor, marinated […]
North America’s Newest Certified Salmon Farm Grows in Florida
Land-Based Atlantic Sapphire Achieves ASC Certification with ‘Sea of Firsts’ Responsibly farmed seafood takes a huge step forward in North America with the newest Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) certification. Florida-based Atlantic Sapphire – the largest Recirculating Aquaculture System producer of salmon in the world – began 2025 as the first and only land-based salmon farm […]
ASC Takes Center Stage in Boston Seafood Scene at James Beard Foundation’s Taste America
The Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) made a bold entrance into one of America’s most distinguished seafood cities this month, elevating responsibly farmed seafood at James Beard Foundation’s (JBF) national Taste America event in Boston. Held Feb. 6 at the landmark State Room, Taste America Boston is one of the city’s most distinguished tasting events, […]
7 Moments That Defined ASC North America In 2024
Farmed Seafood Hits New Highs In National Marketing Campaign Elevating responsible seafood to the global stage. Hosting immersive experiences on fish farms. Launching retail and restaurant promotions. These are only a few of the milestones the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) achieved in 2024, part of its multi-year national marketing campaign to raise awareness and understanding […]
ASC Concludes 2024 Discovery Tours on Chilean Shores
Salmon rounds out responsible seafood series, with new locales in line for 2025 The Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) closed 2024 with a remarkable five-day exploration of Southern Chile’s salmon farming industry during the final leg of its ASC Discovery Tour, December 2-6. What began in 2018 as a one-time trip to observe responsibly farmed Thai […]