The salmon fishery in the U.S. state of Alaska has received recertification to the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Fisheries Standard after an independent adjudicator rejected objections from conservation groups.
MSC recently announced the Alaska salmon fishery’s fifth certification, marking 25 years the fishery has been engaged with the certification standard.
The Alaska Fisheries Development Foundation (AFDF) took on MSC client duties for the fishery in 2010 after the board of directors of the group voted in favor of serving as the client for the certification process.
The latest certification includes Pacific salmon, coho silver salmon, Chinook salmon, sockeye salmon, pink salmon, and chum salmon. The fishery is also certified to seven different gear types across 14 geographic areas, the MSC said in a release.
"The Alaska salmon fishery has been a true leader in the sustainable seafood movement with 25 years of engagement with the MSC,” MSC U.S. Program Director Nicole Condon said. “This milestone is a testament not only to their leadership but also to the tireless efforts of everyone involved in the fishery to protect our ocean and fishery resources.”
AFDF CEO Kristy Clement called the fifth straight certification of Alaska’s salmon fishery a testament to the hard work of the industry and its commitment to sustainability and stewardship.
“For a quarter century, the Alaska salmon fishery has exemplified the MSC’s rigorous standard for sustainable fishing, rooted in practices that trace back to Alaska’s Indigenous traditions, where sustainability and stewardship are a way of life,” Clement said. “This milestone reflects the dedication of our fishers, processors, and management partners who continue to uphold these essential practices, reaffirming Alaska’s commitment to responsible salmon fishing.”
The successful certification process comes as Alaska’s salmon industry has ...
