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Good For Planet, Great in the Bowl: French Poke-chain Pokawa Obtains ASC and MSC Certifications
Paris, France – Pokawa, France’s leading poké bowl brand, has reached a major milestone in its responsible sourcing. The chain is now serving 100% Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) and Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certified seafood for all of its proteins, including salmon, shrimp, and tuna. These two internationally recognised certifications—among the most rigorous in the […]
Three Years of Positive Change: ASC Feed Certification Programme Continues Global Momentum
Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) is celebrating three years since the implementation of the ASC Feed Standard. Since January 2023, ASC has seen growing global uptake and strong engagement across the aquafeed sector with 91 ASC-certified feed mills across 28 countries – as of 12 January 2026. These feed mills are driving industry change through having […]
St. Andrews Becomes First Chilean Mussel Producer to Earn ASC Multisite Certification
Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) is proud to announce that St. Andrews has become the first mussel producer in Chile to achieve ASC multisite with management system (MS with IMS) certification. St. Andrews is one of the world’s largest mussel growers, overseeing more than 1,500 hectares of cultivation and producing around 60,000 tonnes of mussels each […]
ASC Marks Milestone Year of Growth, Innovation and Global Collaboration In 2025
ASC marked a landmark year in 2025, advancing its certification programme, forging new partnerships and championing responsible aquaculture across global supply chains. A major milestone was the launch of the ASC Farm Standard at Seafood Expo Global in May — the most significant development in ASC certification to date. The new Standard brings together ASC […]
Northern Territory’s Humpty Doo Barramundi First Australian Barramundi Farm To Achieve ASC Certification
Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) is pleased to announce that Humpty Doo Barramundi, based in the Northern Territory, has achieved ASC certification. This marks the first time an Australian barramundi farm has met the globally recognised ASC standards for responsible aquaculture. Ellie Dixon, ASC Market Development Manager Australia said. “Humpty Doo Barramundi has demonstrated that Australian […]
ASC Launches New Online Farm Mapping Tool to Strengthen Data Submission
Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) has launched a new Online Farm Mapping Tool (OFMT) designed to make the submission and validation of farm boundary data faster, clearer, and more transparent for certificate holders and Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs). The new tool allows certificate holders to draw and submit polygon drawing data directly within the platform, while […]
ASC Strengthens Its Position as a Global Leader in Aquatic Animal Welfare Through the ASC Farm Standard
Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) welcomes the results of the 2025 Aquaculture Certification Schemes Benchmark, which identify ASC as the leading organisation for animal welfare amongst the top three major aquaculture certification programmes globally. ASC Standards Manager for Animal Health and Welfare Maria Filipa Castanheira said, “We thank the Aquatic Life Institute (ALI) for recognising ASC […]
ASC Feed Certification Accelerates in France and New Caledonia
ASC is celebrating a major leap forward in responsible aquafeed production, with three new feed mills achieving ASC Feed Certification – marking a milestone for sustainable aquaculture in France and New Caledonia. BioMar has received France’s first ASC Feed Certification for its Nersac mill, while SICA and Provenderie Saint Vincent in New Caledonia have also […]
ASC Leads Global Discussion on Responsible Aquaculture at Major Japanese Events
Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) took a leading role in championing responsible aquaculture at the Expo 2025 Osaka–Kansai and Sustainable Seafood Week in Japan. Working in partnership with Seafood Legacy and sustainability organisations, ASC showcased how certified responsible farming can help safeguard marine ecosystems, support communities, and ensure the long-term future of Japan’s seafood heritage. ASC […]
ASC Strengthens Global Producer Engagement with New Director Appointment
Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) has appointed Alison Hutchins as Producer Engagement Director, a new role created to strengthen collaboration with producers globally. Alison joined ASC in 2022 and previously held the position of Director of Innovation. With an MSc in Aquaculture from the University of Stirling, she brings over 20 years’ experience in aquaculture, including […]