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ASC strengthens Board of Trustees with appointments of conservation and seafood industry leaders
Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) is pleased to announce the appointments of Stefanie Rog and Steve Philips to its Board of Trustees, further strengthening the breadth of expertise guiding the organisation’s strategic direction. Stefanie Rog officially joined the Board on 1 July 2026, following the appointment of Steve Philips, who joined the Board on 1 January […]
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 Standard V1.1 expected to be published in November 2026, subject to ASC governance and approval processes Interim version, ASC Farm Standard V1.0.1A, effective from 1 July 2026 V1.0.1A acts as a practical bridge between the […]
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, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, outlining the robustness of its certification system, which is built on stringent standards, independent third-party audits, full supply chain traceability, and public transparency to provide credible assurance for certified seafood products. ASC-certified products are available in markets worldwide, […]
ASC Joins Global Call for Ocean-Centred Climate Action at COP31
As momentum builds toward the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31), the “BlueCOP” agenda is highlighting the ocean’s critical role in addressing the climate crisis. Reflecting this growing global call to action, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) CEO Chris Ninnes joined more than 150 global leaders and experts in signing an open letter to COP31 […]
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 experts supporting Asian producers and partners as they prepare for the transition to the new Farm Standard and Feed Standard. Designed as practical, solutions-focused sessions, the workshops brought together producers, feed companies and supply chain partners to discuss […]
New Country, Growing Impact: First ASC-Certified Feed Mills in Venezuela
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-certified feed mill, quickly followed by Proporca who achieved certification soon after – both producing shrimp feed. This milestone signals growing demand for more sustainable […]
ASC Highlights Industry Momentum Behind New Label and Farm Standard at Seafood Expo Global 2026
Barcelona, Spain – Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) team enjoyed another strong and influential presence at Seafood Expo Global in Barcelona, advancing conversations on global aquaculture transformation with partners across the supply chain and showcasing growing industry uptake of its new label and Farm Standard. At the busy team booth, ASC showcased its newly launched label, […]
ASC, Laylanta, and Bangkok Marriott Sign MoU to Advance Responsible Barramundi Farming in Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand – Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC), Laylanta Co., Ltd., and Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to implement an Aquaculture Improvement Project (AIP) under the Improver Programme by ASC, aimed at strengthening the sustainability of barramundi cage culture in Songkhla Lake. Located in southern Thailand, Songkhla Lake is […]
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 and seafood professionals for a dynamic week of insights, conversations, and connections. Located in Hall 4, Booth A401, the ASC stand returns as a lively hub for connection, featuring meeting spaces and a barista coffee […]
Australia’s sustainable seafood champions recognised for advancing responsible production and safeguarding the future of seafood
Retailers, producers and innovators honoured at the Australian Sustainable Seafood Awards 2026 Australia’s seafood leaders have been recognised for setting the benchmark in responsible seafood production at the 2026 Sustainable Seafood Awards. An initiative of the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) and the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), two global non-profit organisations that set internationally recognised standards […]