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New process increases stakeholder input on variances to ASC Standards. ASC is strengthening its Variance Requests (VR) process with greater opportunity for stakeholders such as local communities and NGOs to […]
ASC standards translated for farmers in Indonesia, world’s second largest farmed fish producer. ASC has translated its Shrimp, Tilapia, and Tropical Marine Finfish Standards and related guidance documents into Indonesian to help more […]
Producer connect workshops in Asia strengthen readiness for ASC Farm and Feed Standards. Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) recently held two successful Producer Connect Workshops in Bangkok and Tokyo, with ASC […]
ASC updates its standards covering young salmon production. Whilst aquaculture produces over half of the seafood eaten around the world and provides an alternative protein source to land-based meat requiring less […]
New ASC process to boost aquaculture standards As part of ASC’s drive to improve transparency and accountability, ASC certified farms will now be required to provide additional geospatial data as […]
Updated Salmon Standard criticisms – “misleading”, says ASC. The Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) has responded to criticisms by environmental NGO, SeaChoice, on their latest updates to the ASC Salmon Standard, […]
ASC releases revisions to freshwater trout and salmon standards. The Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Salmon Standard and Freshwater Trout Standard have been updated following a rigorous multi-stakeholder, science-based review process, […]
ASC Launches New Standards for Tropical Marine Finfish, Flat Fish and Revision to Pangasius Standard. To meet the growing market demand for Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) certified seafood, the organisation […]
Gloria Maris Côte d’Opale first French seabass and seabream farm to gain ASC Certification. Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) proudly announces the certification of Gloria Maris Côte d’Opale, the first French seabass and […]
ASC strengthens Board of Trustees with appointments of conservation and seafood industry leaders. Stefanie Rog joins Board on 1 July, following the appointment of Steve Philips in January. Aquaculture Stewardship […]
ASC extends Farm Standard transition deadline and releases interim update. Key announcements Mandatory transition to the ASC Farm Standard extended from 1 May 2027 to 1 May 2028 ASC Farm […]
ASC responds to U.S. Senate Inquiry, highlighting transparent and independent assurance of the ASC Programme. Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) has responded to the U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labour and Pensions […]
Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) continues to see building global momentum for its Feed Certification Programme, with the first two ASC-certified feed mills in Venezuela. Agropecuaria Nivar became the country’s first […]
ASC highlights industry momentum behind new label and farm standard at Seafood Expo Global 2026. Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) team enjoyed another strong and influential presence at Seafood Expo Global […]
ASC heads to Seafood Expo Global 2026 with a power-packed programme. Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) returns to Seafood Expo Global 2026 in Barcelona with a bold vision for aquaculture, hosting partners […]
World’s first farm to achieve certification of ASC Farm Standard. From paper to practice: a global milestone in responsible aquaculture. Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) celebrates a global milestone in responsible aquaculture, […]
As oysters trend nationwide, certified shellfish gain new visibility with shoppers, chefs, and retailers America’s appetite for oysters is deepening and the seafood industry is responding with stronger sustainability commitments. […]
JW Marriott Seoul leads Korea in luxury with dual ASC & MSC certification. JW Marriott Hotel Seoul becomes the first Marriott hotel in Korea to receive dual certification from the […]
ASC opens a stakeholder consultation on supply chain requirements covering human rights, humane slaughter and food safety. Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) has launched a 60-day public consultation on proposed revisions to […]
ASC welcomes Iceland Foods’ expanding certified seafood range as retailers prove responsible choices can be affordable. Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) welcomes Iceland Foods’ latest expansion of its ASC-certified seafood range, […]
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