Vietnam-based KTCFOOD has become the latest company to participate in the International Seafood Sustainability Foundation (ISSF), a global coalition of scientists and seafood industry leaders focused on the sustainability of the tuna industry.
ISSF said joining the foundation as a participating company signals KTCFOOD’s commitment to ensuring the long-term sustainability of tuna fisheries worldwide. Every company that joins the foundation agrees to voluntarily comply with its conservation measures, and ISSF members are independently audited every year to ensure they demonstrate transparency and accountability.
ISSF regularly releases reports on the status of global tuna stocks and advocates for measures like enhanced monitoring and conservation at regional fishery management organizations.
“KTCFOOD’s decision to join ISSF reflects a commitment to investing in a better future for tuna fisheries through credible, science-based action,” ISSF President Susan Jackson said. “We are proud to welcome them to our global network of changemakers. With every new partner, we strengthen our commitment to building a seafood supply chain that is more transparent and sustainable while advancing the health of tuna stocks and protecting the broader marine ecosystem through collaborative conservation efforts.”
With KTCFOOD’s decision to join, ISSF has reached ...