Ocean Disclosure Project

Migros Group

Migros Group is the largest retail company and the largest private employer in Switzerland. Migros Group owns numerous businesses, which cover different areas, such as industrial enterprises, a wide range of retail, travel and logistics companies, a Bank, as well as several foundations. They are all part of the Migros Group.

The Migros Group has committed herself in long-term ecological, social and economic goals. The Migros Group is committed with heart for the quality of life of the people, the society and planet.

Migros Groups’ seafood vision is to trade with only fish and seafood that is fished and produced in a way that preserves wild stocks and ecosystems in the long term and complies with socially responsible working conditions along the supply chain. We are committed to further improving sources in regards environmental and socially responsible working conditions.

This profile does cover the seafood assortment of all Migros Group companies.

Number of Fisheries	Number of Certified Fisheries	Number of Fisheries in a FIP	Number of Farmed Sources	Number of Certified Farmed Sources*
Number of Fisheries 225	Number of Certified Fisheries 146	Number of Fisheries in a FIP 13	Number of Farmed Sources 68	Number of Certified Farmed Sources* 51
Production Methods Used Midwater trawl Bottom trawl Dredge Purse seine Associated purse seine FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine Seine nets Gillnets and entangling nets Hook and line Longlines Handlines and pole-lines Rake / hand gathered / hand netted Pots and traps Miscellaneous Farmed

Summary

As a basis, all fisheries and farms from which products are sold in the Migros Group, whether certified or not, are evaluated according to the same criteria for their contribution to fulfilling our vision.

For this purpose, we have entered a partnership Sustainable Fisheries Partnership (SFP) in 2022, which has developed a special assessment method with the group, the M-Check "Fish from Responsible Sources". Some of our businesses are communicating the results of the M-Check assessments directly on their fish products. More about the evaluation criteria and M-Check "Fish from responsible sources" can be found at m-check.ch. Additionally, to the M-Check evaluation and the requirement, that only 2 stars or more are in our assortment, we exclude “endangered species” such as following species:

Sharks of all species and products from sharks
Sea turtles and products from sea turtles
Marine mammals of all genera and products from such marine mammals
Wild caught sturgeon and products from wild caught sturgeon
Skates and sawfish of any species and products from skates and sawfish
Bluefin tuna

Furthermore, some of our Migros Group members such as Denner and Migros, are going further in improving their more sustainable/ more responsible seafood assortment. Stricter criteria are therefore used. In addition to the ban on products with only one M-Check star, all origins that are rated as red ("Finger weg") in the WWF Fish Guide are also banned in principle. Further details are found under this link.

This profile covers the whole seafood assortment, including wild-caught and farmed seafood, from 2022 for all Migros group companies. However, this year’s profile isn’t complete as it has not been possible to assess the whole assortment in less than a year. Frozen, canned, and fresh seafood sources are not disclosed in full. Our goal is to disclose all sources of our own-brand seafood assortment in the future. Migros is also part of the Migros Group, but is shown in a separate profile under Ocean Disclosure Project.

*This includes farmed sources certified to the following standards: Aquaculture Stewardship Council, Bio Suisse, Debio, EU Organic, Global Aquaculture Alliance Best Aquaculture Practices, Global GAP, and Naturland.

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Associated Fisheries

Species and Location	Production Methods	Certification or Improvement Project	Sustainability Ratings
Species and Location Alaska plaice Pleuronectes quadrituberculatus Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended NOAA FSSI 4 NOAA FSSI 0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 4
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. Occasional interactions with marine mammals occur but impacts are thought likely to be low. Catches of other ETP species including, crabs, Pacific halibut and Pacific herring are low. Occasional bycatch of seabirds occurs. There are regulations in place to reduce seabird bycatch including gear restrictions. Only limited habitat impacts have been recorded. Management measures are in place to protect vulnerable habitats. General Notes References MRAG Americas, December 2020, BSAI and GOA flatfish MSC Re-assessment Public Certification Report
Species and Location Alaska pollock Gadus chalcogrammus Aleutian Islands, E Bering Sea Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Midwater trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended NOAA FSSI 4 NOAA FSSI 0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 4
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have direct impacts on ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored.
Species and Location Alaska pollock Gadus chalcogrammus Gulf of Alaska Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Midwater trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have direct impacts on ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored.
Species and Location Alaska pollock Gadus chalcogrammus W Bering Sea Navarinsky Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Midwater trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery may represent a conservation concern for sea lions and endangered seabirds, but only one ETP species (short-tailed albatross) was observed interacting with a trawl. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. There are several bycatch mitigation measures in place for the fishery. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide, Alaska pollock, Bering Sea (West): Navarinsky, Net (pelagic trawl), Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)
Species and Location Alaska pollock Gadus chalcogrammus East Kamchatka Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Midwater trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have significant impacts on ETP species. But some impacts on Steller sea lions and Short-tailed albatross may occur. There are measures in place to avoid interactions with ETP species. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References United Certification Systems Limited, September 2021, East Kamchatka Alaska (Walleye) pollock mid-water trawl Public Certification Report United Certification Systems Limited, September 2022, Fishery Shipowners Association (FSA) East Kamchatka and North Kuril Islands Walleye pollock Public Certification Report
Species and Location Alaska pollock Gadus chalcogrammus East Sakhalin Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Midwater trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have significant impacts on ETP species. But some impacts on Steller sea lions and Short-tailed albatross may occur. There are measures in place to avoid interactions with ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Acoura Marine Limited, August 2018, Russia Sea of Okhotsk Pollock Public Certification Report United Certification Systems Limited, July 2022, Fishery Shipowners Association (FSA) East Sakhalin Walleye pollock Public Certification Report
Species and Location Alaska pollock Gadus chalcogrammus Sea of Okhotsk Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Midwater trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have significant impacts on ETP species. But some impacts on Steller sea lions and Short-tailed albatross may occur. There are measures in place to avoid interactions with ETP species. Bycatch of herring and juvenile pollock occurs in this fishery. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Alaska pollock Gadus chalcogrammus Sea of Okhotsk Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Seine nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Information on interactions between the Danish seine fishery and ETP species is limited. A strategy is in development to prevent impacts on Stellar sea lions. Bycatch rates are thought to be higher than that of the pelagic trawl fishery. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. Studies are underway to collect more information regarding the impact of Danish seine impacts in the Sea of Okhotsk. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Alaska pollock Gadus chalcogrammus South Kurils Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Midwater trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have significant impacts on ETP species. But some impacts on Steller sea lions and Short-tailed albatross may occur. There are measures in place to avoid interactions with ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Albacore Thunnus alalunga North Atlantic Fishery countries: Spain	Production Methods Handlines and pole-lines	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Best Choice Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. Handline fisheries have little bycatch but rely on the use of baitfish, which may be from unmanaged fisheries. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Seafood Watch, March 2021, Tunas and Swordfish, Atlantic Ocean
Species and Location Albacore Thunnus alalunga North Pacific Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Hook and line	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species; incidental capture by troll gear is uncommon. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Albacore Thunnus alalunga South Atlantic Fishery countries: South Africa	Production Methods Handlines and pole-lines	Certification or Improvement Project Some product from FIP fisheries	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Good Alternative Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. More information on the use of baitfish is needed to manage impacts on baitfish species. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fishery is part of the South Africa albacore tuna - pole & line/rod & reel FIP. References Good Fish Guide - Albacore tuna, South Atlantic, Hook & line (pole & line)
Species and Location Albacore Thunnus alalunga South Pacific Fishery countries: New Zealand	Production Methods Hook and line	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. Some bycatch of sharks and seabirds may occur. Bycatch in troll fisheries is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Albacore tuna, South Pacific, Hook & line (troll)
Species and Location American lobster Homarus americanus Bay of Fundy - Canada LFA 35 Fishery countries: Canada	Production Methods Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Interactions with ETP species are low. But entanglement in lobster gear presents a risk to marine mammals, in particular to the critically endangered North Atlantic Right whale. Management measures such as seasonal closures are in place to reduce the risk of interactions with the species. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Global Trust Certification, February 2021, Maritime Canada inshore lobster trap fishery Public Certification Report
Species and Location American lobster Homarus americanus Gaspé Peninsula - Canada LFA 19-21 Fishery countries: Canada	Production Methods Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Interactions with ETP species are low. But entanglement in lobster gear presents a risk to marine mammals, in particular to the critically endangered North Atlantic Right whale. Management measures such as seasonal closures are in place to reduce the risk of interactions with the species. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Global Trust Certification, February 2023, Gaspésie lobster trap fishery Public Certification Report
Species and Location American lobster Homarus americanus Gulf of Maine and Georges Bank - US Gulf of Maine Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 4 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Interactions with ETP species are low. But entanglement in lobster gear presents a risk to marine mammals, in particular to the critically endangered North Atlantic Right whale. Management measures are in place to reduce the risk of interactions with the species but entanglements in pot fishing gear are still occurring. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. But there are concerns about the health of Atlantic herring and Atlantic menhaden stocks, which are used as bait in the lobster fishery. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - American lobster, USA (Gulf of Maine and Georges Bank), Pot, trap or creel Seafood Watch, September 2022, American lobster, United States: Northwest Atlantic, Pots
Species and Location American lobster Homarus americanus Gulf of St. Lawrence South - Canada LFAs 23-26A,B Fishery countries: Canada	Production Methods Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Interactions with ETP species are low. But entanglement in lobster gear presents a risk to marine mammals, in particular to the critically endangered North Atlantic Right whale. Management measures such as seasonal closures are in place to reduce the risk of interactions with the species. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Global Trust Certification, February 2021, Maritime Canada inshore lobster trap fishery Public Certification Report
Species and Location American lobster Homarus americanus Magdalen Islands - Canada LFA 22 Fishery countries: Canada	Production Methods Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Interactions with ETP species are low. But entanglement in lobster gear presents a risk to marine mammals, in particular to the critically endangered North Atlantic Right whale. Management measures such as temporary closures are in place to reduce the risk of interactions with the species. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - American lobster, Lobster Fishing Areas 15-22: Canada (Quebec & Northern Gulf of St Lawrence), Pot, trap or creel, Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) SAI Global, October 2018, Marine Stewardship Council First Re-Assessment (Reduced) Public Certification Report For The Îles-de-la-Madeleine lobster trap fishery
Species and Location American lobster Homarus americanus Northeastern Cape Breton Nova Scotia - Canada LFA 27 Fishery countries: Canada	Production Methods Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Interactions with ETP species are low. But entanglement in lobster gear presents a risk to marine mammals, in particular to the critically endangered North Atlantic Right whale. Management measures such as seasonal closures are in place to reduce the risk of interactions with the species. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Global Trust Certification, February 2021, Maritime Canada inshore lobster trap fishery Public Certification Report
Species and Location American lobster Homarus americanus Southern New England/Mid Atlantic Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Avoid 5 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Interactions with ETP species are low. But entanglement in lobster gear presents a risk to marine mammals, in particular to the critically endangered North Atlantic Right whale. Management measures are in place to reduce the risk of interactions with the species but entanglements in pot fishing gear are still occurring. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. But there are concerns about the health of Atlantic herring and Atlantic menhaden stocks, which are used as bait in the lobster fishery. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - American lobster, USA (Southern New England), Pot, trap or creel Seafood Watch, September 2022, American lobster, United States: Northwest Atlantic, Pots
Species and Location American lobster Homarus americanus SW Nova Scotia - Canada LFA 34 Fishery countries: Canada	Production Methods Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Interactions with ETP species are low. But entanglement in lobster gear presents a risk to marine mammals, in particular to the critically endangered North Atlantic Right whale. Management measures such as seasonal closures are in place to reduce the risk of interactions with the species. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Global Trust Certification, February 2021, Maritime Canada inshore lobster trap fishery Public Certification Report
Species and Location American sea scallop Placopecten magellanicus Eastern Canada: Browns and German Banks, Eastern Scotian shelf, Eastern Georges Bank, St Pierre Bank Fishery countries: Canada	Production Methods Dredge	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. There is a strategy in place to manage impacts on the main bycatch species, which is yellowtail flounder. Bycatch also includes small quantities of cod, haddock, skate, and monkfish. Dredges will directly impact on the sea bed, but the fishery is considered highly unlikely to reduce habitat structure and function to a point where there would be serious or irreversible harm. General Notes References LLoyd's Register, December 2020, MSC Public Certification Report for Eastern Canada Offshore Scallop
Species and Location American sea scallop Placopecten magellanicus Bay of Fundy SFA 29W Fishery countries: Canada	Production Methods Dredge	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. Potential ETP species include marine mammals, sea turtles, and wolffishes. Vessels must carefully return all bycatch to the water. Management measures are in place to monitor bycatch. Dredges will directly impact on the sea bed. General Notes References SAI Global, July 2018, Marine Stewardship Council 1st Full Re-assessment Public Certification Report (PCR) For The FBSA Canada Full Bay sea scallop fishery
Species and Location American sea scallop Placopecten magellanicus US Atlantic Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Dredge	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended NOAA FSSI 4 NOAA FSSI 0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 4
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. This fishery is unlikely to have significant impacts on bycatch species. Dredges will directly impact on the sea bed, but the fishery is considered highly unlikely to reduce habitat structure and function to a point where there would be serious or irreversible harm. General Notes References SCS Global Services, October 2018, MSC Public Certification Report for US Atlantic Sea Scallop
Species and Location Anchoveta Engraulis ringens Chile Atacama (III) -Coquimbo (IV) Fishery countries: Chile	Production Methods Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Occasional interactions with seabirds occur. The main species of concern is the Peruvian diving petrel. Anchoveta is caught in a mixed fishery with mackerel and other fish species. A bycatch and discard mitigation plan is in place. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored.
Species and Location Anchoveta Engraulis ringens Chile Valparaíso (V) - Los Lagos (X) Fishery countries: Chile	Production Methods Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Interactions with marine mammals and seabirds occur. The fishery causes high mortality of the vulnerable pink-footed shearwater, but a specific measure is in place to reduce interactions during fishing operations. Anchoveta is caught in a mixed fishery with Araucanian herring and other fish species. A bycatch and discard monitoring program is in place. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored.
Species and Location Anchoveta Engraulis ringens Peruvian Northern-Central Fishery countries: Peru	Production Methods Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes Interactions with ETP species occur frequently, but available evidence suggests that the impact on ETP species is low. Available evidence suggests that bycatch in this fishery is low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored.
Species and Location Anchoveta Engraulis ringens Southern Peru/Northern Chile Fishery countries: Chile, Peru	Production Methods Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Some interactions with ETP species occur in the industrial component of the fishery. Anchoveta is caught in a mixed fishery with mackerel and other fish species. A bycatch and discard mitigation plan is in place. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored.
Species and Location Angler Lophius piscatorius Icelandic Fishery countries: Iceland	Production Methods Bottom trawl Seine nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Icelandic regulations require that all bycatch be recorded and management measures are used to limit bycatch. Impacts vary by gear type. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed, but the fishery is considered highly unlikely to irreparably reduce habitat structure and function. Danish seine gear has a limited impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Vottunarstofan Tún ehf, January 2018, MSC Public Certification Report for ISF Iceland Anglerfish Fishery
Species and Location Angler Lophius piscatorius Icelandic Fishery countries: Iceland	Production Methods Gillnets and entangling nets Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Icelandic regulations require that all bycatch be recorded and management measures are used to limit bycatch. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Vottunarstofan Tún ehf, January 2018, MSC Public Certification Report for ISF Iceland Anglerfish Fishery
Species and Location Angler Lophius piscatorius Southern Celtic Sea and Bay of Biscay Fishery countries: United Kingdom	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Some product from FIP fisheries	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes There are risks to sharks, skates and rays with this fishery. There is potential for the fishery to have high quantities of bycatch, but there is insufficient data. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. However, management measures are in place to protect vulnerable deep-sea habitats. General Notes References FisheryProgress - UK monkfish - gillnet/trawl Good Fish Guide - White monkfish, Celtic Seas (South), Bay of Biscay, Bottom trawl (beam)
Species and Location Argentine anchovy Engraulis anchoita North of 41°S to Santa Catarina Fishery countries: Argentina	Production Methods Midwater trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings Sustainability not rated
Environmental Notes Occasional interactions with seabirds and marine mammals are known to occur within this fishery, but data is too limited to state whether this hinders their recovery. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored.
Species and Location Argentine red shrimp Pleoticus muelleri Patagonian - Argentina inshore, Argentina offshore Fishery countries: Argentina	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There are risks to sharks and rays with this fishery. Bycatch of hake is a risk with this fishery. Bottom trawls will directly impact the sea bed. General Notes References Fishery Progress, Argentina onshore red shrimp - bottom trawl FIP Fishery Progress, Argentina offshore red shrimp - bottom trawl FIP
Species and Location Argentine shortfin squid Illex argentinus SW Atlantic: Bonaerense/North, Spring spawning (SpSS) Fishery countries: Argentina	Production Methods Hook and line Handlines and pole-lines	Certification or Improvement Project Some product from FIP fisheries	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have direct impacts on ETP species. However, there is potential for indirect impacts on seabirds. Bycatch in this fishery is minimal. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References FisheryProgress, Argentina shortfin squid - jig
Species and Location Argentine shortfin squid Illex argentinus SW Atlantic: South Patagonian (SPS), Summer spawning (SSS) Fishery countries: Argentina, South Korea, Spain	Production Methods Hook and line Handlines and pole-lines	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 4 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have direct impacts on ETP species. However, there is potential for indirect impacts on seabirds. Bycatch in this fishery is minimal. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Argentine shortfin squid, South Patagonian Stock, Atlantic, Southwest, Hook & line (jig) Good Fish Guide - Argentine shortfin squid, Summer Spawning Stock, Atlantic, Southwest, Hook & line (jig)
Species and Location Atlantic cod Gadus morhua Baltic sea eastern Fishery countries: Denmark	Production Methods Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes There are risks to seabirds and marine mammals with this fishery. Bycatch consists of flatfish species, predominantly founder. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Atlantic cod Gadus morhua Barents Sea Fishery countries: Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, France, Germany, Greenland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Poland, Russia, Spain, United Kingdom	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There are significant concerns about the cumulative impacts of the Barents Sea fishery upon the endangered species, golden redfish, which is currently classified as Vulnerable. There is bycatch for this fishery but non-target species are retained. Management measures are in place to reduce impacts on retained species. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. Management measures are in place to limit impacts on benthic habitats. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Atlantic cod Gadus morhua Barents Sea Fishery countries: Iceland	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 4 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes There are significant concerns about the cumulative impacts of the Barents Sea fishery upon the endangered species, golden redfish, which is currently classified as Vulnerable. There is bycatch for this fishery but non-target species are retained. Management measures are in place to reduce impacts on retained species. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. Management measures are in place to limit impacts on benthic habitats. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Atlantic cod Gadus morhua Barents Sea Fishery countries: Norway	Production Methods Hook and line Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There are significant concerns about the cumulative impacts of the Barents Sea fishery upon the endangered species, golden redfish, but most of the catch is taken by bottom trawls. There is bycatch for this fishery but non-target species are retained. Management measures are in place to reduce impacts on retained species. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Atlantic cod Gadus morhua Barents Sea Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There are significant concerns about the cumulative impacts of the Barents Sea fishery upon the endangered species, golden redfish, but most of the catch is taken by bottom trawls. There is bycatch for this fishery but non-target species are retained. Management measures are in place to reduce impacts on retained species. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Atlantic cod Gadus morhua Barents Sea Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species, however the degree of certainty regarding impacts is affected by limited publicly available scientific observer data and limited recording of ETP species vulnerable to longline fishing. This fishery is unlikely to have significant impacts on bycatch species. Longline gear is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References DNV GL, 2018, MSC Public Certification Report for Oceanprom Barents Sea cod and haddock fishery
Species and Location Atlantic cod Gadus morhua Barents Sea Fishery countries: Norway	Production Methods Seine nets Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There are significant concerns about the cumulative impacts of the Barents Sea fishery upon the endangered species, golden redfish, but most of the catch is taken by bottom trawls. There is bycatch for this fishery but non-target species are retained. Management measures are in place to reduce impacts on retained species. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Atlantic cod Gadus morhua Faroe Bank Fishery countries: Faroe Islands	Production Methods Bottom trawl Hook and line Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There is a lack of information on interactions with ETP for this fishery. Concern has been raised about the potential for seabird bycatches with longline gear. Bycatch for this fishery is a risk, but there is insufficient data available to assess significance. Impacts vary by gear type. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Atlantic cod Gadus morhua Faroe Plateau Fishery countries: Faroe Islands	Production Methods Bottom trawl Hook and line Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Avoid 5 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Atlantic cod Gadus morhua Icelandic Fishery countries: Iceland	Production Methods Bottom trawl Gillnets and entangling nets Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Measures to record and reduce bycatch of marine mammals and sea birds in the gillnet and longline component of the fishery are needed. There is bycatch for this fishery but non-target species are retained. Management measures are in place to reduce impacts on retained species. The impact depends on the gear type. Bottom trawls will have the greatest impact on the sea bed. However, the fishery operates at a depth where it is unlikely to impact vulnerable marine ecosystems. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Atlantic cod, Iceland, Bottom trawl (otter), Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)
Species and Location Atlantic cod Gadus morhua Icelandic Fishery countries: Iceland	Production Methods Midwater trawl Seine nets Handlines and pole-lines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have direct impacts on ETP species. There is bycatch for this fishery but non-target species are retained. Management measures are in place to reduce impacts on retained species. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Vottunarstofan Tún ehf, April 2017, Public Certification Report ISF Iceland Cod Fishery
Species and Location Atlantic cod Gadus morhua Icelandic Fishery countries: Iceland	Production Methods Midwater trawl Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Atlantic cod Gadus morhua North Sea, E English Channel and Skagerrak Fishery countries: Norway	Production Methods Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Avoid 5 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Gillnets are linked to bycatch of harbour porpoise in the North East Atlantic. Bycatch of seabirds may also occur. Bycatch is a risk in this fishery, but there is insufficient data to assess significance. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Atlantic cod, North Sea, English Channel (East), Skagerrak, Net (gill or fixed)
Species and Location Atlantic cod Gadus morhua North Sea, E English Channel and Skagerrak Fishery countries: Norway	Production Methods Hook and line	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Atlantic herring Clupea harengus North Sea Autumn spawners Fishery countries: Denmark, Netherlands, Norway	Production Methods Midwater trawl Seine nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Atlantic herring Clupea harengus North Sea Autumn spawners Fishery countries: Norway	Production Methods Midwater trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Atlantic herring Clupea harengus NE Atlantic Spring spawners Fishery countries: Norway	Production Methods Midwater trawl Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Atlantic horse mackerel Trachurus trachurus Atlantic Iberian waters Fishery countries: Spain	Production Methods Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low, however bycatch data for the whole fishery is incomplete. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored. References Good Fish Guide, Horse mackerel, Atlantic Iberian waters, Net (purse seine or ring)
Species and Location Atlantic jackknife Ensis directus Dutch coastal waters Fishery countries: Netherlands	Production Methods Dredge	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. Dredges will directly impact on the sea bed, however the fishery is considered highly unlikely to reduce habitat structure or function to a point where there would be serious or irreversible harm. General Notes References MSC Public Certification Report for DFA Dutch North Sea ensis, January 2018
Species and Location Atlantic mackerel Scomber scombrus NE Atlantic Fishery countries: Denmark, France, Netherlands, Norway, Spain	Production Methods Midwater trawl Purse seine Handlines and pole-lines	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have direct impacts on ETP species but mackerel plays an important role in the marine food web so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes Certification for this fishery was publicly suspended in March 2019 due to concerns regarding overfishing. In response to the suspension of the fishery, a supply chain-led initiative called the North Atlantic Pelagic Advocacy (NAPA) Group was formed by retailers and processors in the UK, and has since expanded to include European retailers and processors. NAPA aims to develop a shared solution to sustainability issues in the North East Atlantic fisheries for mackerel, herring and blue whiting, and is seeking a formal agreement on catch limits for North East Atlantic Pelagic fisheries that reflects the scientific advice.
Species and Location Atlantic salmon Salmo salar Chile Fishery countries: Chile	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Salmon rely on wild capture fisheries for feed. Feed inputs are required to be responsibly sourced where possible. There are concerns about the impact of farmed salmon escapes and disease outbreaks on wild salmonids. Overall, the Chilean industry continues to struggle with the control of bacterial diseases and sea lice parasites as indicated by the very high levels of treatment. Direct impacts on water quality at the site are unlikely, but there is potential for cumulative impacts in densely farmed areas. The use of antibiotic and pesticides in Chile is high; studies on impact are limited. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. A zonal management approach has been adopted based on groups of licenses known as Aquaculture Management Areas (AMAs), emergency disease zones, and Authorized Areas for Aquaculture (AAA). References FishSource - Salmon, Chile Good Fish Guide, Atlantic Salmon, South America, Chile, All areas, Open net pen, marine Seafood Watch, December 2021, Atlantic and Coho Salmon, Chile, Marine Net Pens Seafood Watch, Atlantic salmon, Worldwide, Aquaculture Stewardship Council Certified Salmon Standard
Species and Location Atlantic salmon Salmo salar Chile Fishery countries: Chile	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 4 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Salmon rely on wild capture fisheries for feed. There are concerns about the impact of farmed salmon escapes and disease outbreaks on wild salmonids. Overall, the Chilean industry continues to struggle with the control of bacterial diseases and sea lice parasites as indicated by the very high levels of treatment. Direct impacts on water quality at the site are unlikely, but there is potential for cumulative impacts in densely farmed areas. The use of antibiotic and pesticides in Chile is high; studies on impact are limited. General Notes A zonal management approach has been adopted based on licenses (concessions); groups of licenses - Aquaculture Management Areas (AMAs); emergency disease zones - Macro Zones; and Areas Autorizadas para el ejercicio de la Acuicultura - Appropriate Areas for Aquaculture (AAA). Ratings from Seafood Watch range from 'Good Alternative' to 'Avoid' depending on the producing region. References FishSource, Salmon - Chile Good Fish Guide - Atlantic Salmon, South America: Chile, Open net pen, marine Seafood Watch Recommendations - Atlantic salmon, Chile, farmed
Species and Location Atlantic salmon Salmo salar Denmark Fishery countries: Denmark	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Salmon rely on wild capture fisheries for feed. In Denmark, the ratio of feed to kg of fish is restricted; wet feed and soft pellets are prohibited. The local government sets terms for the maximum feed use. There are concerns about the impact of farmed salmon escapes and disease outbreaks on wild salmonids. The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (DVFA) monitors and inspects all Danish fish farms and outlines procedures for the responses to disease outbreaks. Water quality is guided by the European Water Framework Directive, which aims for freshwater and coastal waterbodies to achieve a good ecological status. In Denmark, this goal is achieved via the use of river basin/watershed management plans. The local government sets terms for the maximum annual and daily discharge of nutrients and organic matter. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. References FishSource - Salmon, Denmark Seafood Watch, Recommended Eco-Certifications for Atlantic salmon, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Certified
Species and Location Atlantic salmon Salmo salar Ireland Fishery countries: Ireland	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Salmon rely on wild capture fisheries for feed. Farmed salmon escapes and disease outbreaks may impact on wild salmonids. Impacts on water quality are localized, but there is potential for cumulative impacts in densely farmed areas. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. References Seafood Watch, Recommended Eco-Certifications for Atlantic salmon, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Certified
Species and Location Atlantic salmon Salmo salar Faroe Islands Fishery countries: Faroe Islands	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Salmon rely on wild capture fisheries for feed. Feed inputs are required to be responsibly sourced where possible. Escape events are infrequent but can involve the loss of thousands of salmon. As local rivers are stocked with salmon annually, the risk of ecological impacts from escape events is considered low. There are risks to wild fish from sea lice on farms. Antimicrobials have not been administered on Faroese salmon farms since 2004. Pesticide use for the treatment of sea lice has continued but has declined in recent years. Regarding seabed habitat impacts, nearly half of farm sites were categorized as 'polluted' or 'highly polluted' between 2018 and 2021, but impacts are considered reversible. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. References Seafood Watch, Recommended Eco-Certifications for Atlantic salmon, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Certified Seafood Watch, December 2022, Atlantic salmon, Faroe Islands, Marine Net Pens
Species and Location Atlantic salmon Salmo salar Faroe Islands Fishery countries: Faroe Islands	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings Seafood Watch Good Alternative Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Salmon rely on wild capture fisheries for feed. Feed inputs are required to be responsibly sourced where possible. Escape events are infrequent but can involve the loss of thousands of salmon. As local rivers are stocked with salmon annually, the risk of ecological impacts from escape events is considered low. There are risks to wild fish from sea lice on farms. Antimicrobials have not been administered on Faroese salmon farms since 2004. Pesticide use for the treatment of sea lice has continued but has declined in recent years. Regarding seabed habitat impacts, nearly half of farm sites were categorized as 'polluted' or 'highly polluted' between 2018 and 2021, but impacts are considered reversible. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Atlantic salmon, Europe: Faroe Islands, Open net pen, marine Seafood Watch, December 2022, Atlantic salmon, Faroe Islands, Marine Net Pens
Species and Location Atlantic salmon Salmo salar Iceland Fishery countries: Iceland	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Salmon rely on wild capture fisheries for feed, but responsible sourcing of inputs is encouraged for certified salmon. There are concerns about the impact of farmed salmon escapes and disease outbreaks on wild salmonids. In addition, concerns have been expressed about the impact on wild wrasse populations used as cleaner fish to control sea lice. Impacts on water quality are localized, but there is potential for cumulative impacts in densely farmed areas. Chemical inputs of pesticides used to control sea lice are of particular concern for farmed salmon. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. References Good Fish Guide - Atlantic salmon, Europe: Scotland, Norway, Iceland, Open net pen, marine, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Seafood Watch, Recommended Eco-Certifications for Atlantic salmon, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Certified
Species and Location Atlantic salmon Salmo salar Iceland Fishery countries: Iceland	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes Salmon rely on wild capture fisheries for feed, but responsible sourcing of inputs is encouraged for certified salmon. There are concerns about the impact of farmed salmon escapes and disease outbreaks on wild salmonids. In addition, concerns have been expressed about the impact on wild wrasse populations used as cleaner fish to control sea lice. Impacts on water quality are localized, but there is potential for cumulative impacts in densely farmed areas. Chemical inputs of pesticides used to control sea lice are of particular concern for farmed salmon. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification.
Species and Location Atlantic salmon Salmo salar Ireland Fishery countries: Ireland	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Salmon have a high requirement for protein in their diet. Organic salmon farms use marine feed ingredients from aquaculture or marine by-products and trimmings. Farmed salmon escapes and disease outbreaks may impact on wild salmonids. Impacts on water quality are localized, but there is potential for cumulative impacts in densely farmed areas. Organic salmon farms minimize chemical inputs. General Notes This product is certified to a non-GSSI recognised aquaculture certification standard. The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by organic certification. References Good Fish Guide - Atlantic salmon, Europe, Open net pen, marine, Organic
Species and Location Atlantic salmon Salmo salar Ireland Fishery countries: Ireland	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes Salmon have a high requirement for protein in their diet. Farmed salmon escapes and disease outbreaks may impact on wild salmonids. Impacts on water quality are localized, but there is potential for cumulative impacts in densely farmed areas. General Notes This product is certified to a non-GSSI recognised aquaculture certification standard. The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification.
Species and Location Atlantic salmon Salmo salar Norway Fishery countries: Norway	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Salmon production relies on wild capture fisheries for feed. The sustainability of fisheries supplying fishmeal and fish oil varies. There are concerns about the impact of farmed salmon escapes and disease outbreaks on wild salmonids. Escapes are a critical conservation concern in Production Areas 3, 4, 8, 9, 10 and 11. In addition, concerns have been expressed about the impact on wild wrasse populations used as cleaner fish to control sea lice. Impacts on water quality are localized, but there is potential for cumulative impacts in densely farmed areas. Chemical inputs of pesticides used to control sea lice are of particular concern for farmed Norwegian salmon. The use of chemical pesticides has been reduced over the last five years but varies by Production Areas. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. The Norwegian salmon industry has adopted a zonal approach to aquaculture management for licensing and disease management through the use of 13 Production Areas nationwide. References FishSource - salmon, Norway Good Fish Guide - Atlantic Salmon, Europe, Scotland and Norway, Open net pen, marine, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Seafood Watch, December 2021, Atlantic Salmon, Norway, Marine Net Pens
Species and Location Atlantic salmon Salmo salar Norway Fishery countries: Norway	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Salmon production relies on wild capture fisheries for feed. The sustainability of fisheries supplying fishmeal and fish oil varies. There are concerns about the impact of farmed salmon escapes and disease outbreaks on wild salmonids. Escapes are a critical conservation concern in Production Areas 3, 4, 8, 9, 10 and 11. In addition, concerns have been expressed about the impact on wild wrasse populations used as cleaner fish to control sea lice. Impacts on water quality are localized, but there is potential for cumulative impacts in densely farmed areas. Chemical inputs of pesticides used to control sea lice are of particular concern for farmed Norwegian salmon. The use of chemical pesticides has been reduced over the last five years but varies by Production Areas. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. The Norwegian salmon industry has adopted a zonal approach to aquaculture management for licensing and disease management through the use of 13 Production Areas nationwide. References FishSource - salmon, Norway Good Fish Guide - Atlantic Salmon, Scotland, Norway and Faroe Islands, Open net pen, marine, GlobalG.A.P. Seafood Watch, December 2021, Atlantic Salmon, Norway, Marine Net Pens
Species and Location Atlantic salmon Salmo salar Norway Fishery countries: Norway	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Salmon production relies on wild capture fisheries for feed. The sustainability of fisheries supplying fishmeal and fish oil varies. There are concerns about the impact of farmed salmon escapes and disease outbreaks on wild salmonids. Escapes are a critical conservation concern in Production Areas 3, 4, 8, 9, 10 and 11. In addition, concerns have been expressed about the impact on wild wrasse populations used as cleaner fish to control sea lice. Impacts on water quality are localized, but there is potential for cumulative impacts in densely farmed areas. Chemical inputs of pesticides used to control sea lice are of particular concern for farmed Norwegian salmon. The use of chemical pesticides has been reduced over the last five years but varies by Production Areas. General Notes The Norwegian salmon industry has adopted a zonal approach to aquaculture management for licensing and disease management through the use of 13 Production Areas nationwide. References FishSource - salmon, Norway Good Fish Guide - Atlantic salmon, Norway, Open net pen, marine Seafood Watch, December 2021, Atlantic Salmon, Norway, Marine Net Pens
Species and Location Atlantic salmon Salmo salar Norway Fishery countries: Norway	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Salmon production relies on wild capture fisheries for feed. The sustainability of fisheries supplying fishmeal and fish oil varies. Organic salmon farms use marine feed ingredients from aquaculture or marine by-products and trimmings. There are concerns about the impact of farmed salmon escapes and disease outbreaks on wild salmonids. Escapes are a critical conservation concern in Production Areas 3, 4, 8, 9, 10 and 11. In addition, concerns have been expressed about the impact on wild wrasse populations used as cleaner fish to control sea lice. Impacts on water quality are localized, but there is potential for cumulative impacts in densely farmed areas. Chemical inputs of pesticides used to control sea lice are of particular concern for farmed Norwegian salmon. The use of chemical pesticides has been reduced over the last five years but varies by Production Areas. Organic salmon farms minimize chemical inputs. General Notes This product is certified to a non-GSSI recognised aquaculture certification standard. The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by organic certification. The Norwegian salmon industry has adopted a zonal approach to aquaculture management for licensing and disease management through the use of 13 Production Areas nationwide. References FishSource - salmon, Norway Good Fish Guide - Atlantic salmon, Europe, Open net pen, marine, Organic Seafood Watch, December 2021, Atlantic Salmon, Norway, Marine Net Pens
Species and Location Atlantic salmon Salmo salar Scotland Fishery countries: United Kingdom	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Salmon rely on wild capture fisheries for feed. Marine ingredients are sourced from fisheries that currently have no serious conservation concerns. There are concerns about the impact of farmed salmon escapes and disease outbreaks on wild salmonids. In addition, concerns have been expressed about the impact on wild wrasse populations used as cleaner fish to control sea lice. Impacts on water quality are localized, but there is potential for cumulative impacts in densely farmed areas. Chemical inputs of pesticides used to control sea lice are of particular concern for farmed Scottish salmon. The use of chemical pesticides has declined over the last decade but varies by region. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. The industry follows a zonal approach to aquaculture management with respect to planning, siting, licensing, and operation. References: FishSource - salmon, United Kingdom Good Fish Guide - Atlantic Salmon, Europe: UK, Scotland, Open net pen, marine Good Fish Guide - Atlantic salmon, Europe: Scotland and Norway, Open net pen, marine, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Seafood Watch, December 2021, Atlantic Salmon, Scotland, Marine Net Pens
Species and Location Atlantic salmon Salmo salar Scotland Fishery countries: United Kingdom	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Salmon rely on wild capture fisheries for feed. Marine ingredients are sourced from fisheries that currently have no serious conservation concerns. There are concerns about the impact of farmed salmon escapes and disease outbreaks on wild salmonids. In addition, concerns have been expressed about the impact on wild wrasse populations used as cleaner fish to control sea lice. Impacts on water quality are localized, but there is potential for cumulative impacts in densely farmed areas. Chemical inputs of pesticides used to control sea lice are of particular concern for farmed Scottish salmon. The use of chemical pesticides has declined over the last decade but varies by region. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. The industry follows a zonal approach to aquaculture management with respect to planning, siting, licensing, and operation. References: FishSource - salmon, United Kingdom Good Fish Guide - Atlantic Salmon, Europe: UK, Scotland, Open net pen, marine Good Fish Guide - Atlantic salmon, Europe: Scotland, Norway, Faroe Islands, Open net pen, marine, GLOBALG.A.P. Seafood Watch, December 2021, Atlantic Salmon, Scotland, Marine Net Pens
Species and Location Atlantic salmon Salmo salar Scotland Fishery countries: United Kingdom	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Salmon rely on wild capture fisheries for feed. Marine ingredients are sourced from fisheries that currently have no serious conservation concerns. There are concerns about the impact of farmed salmon escapes and disease outbreaks on wild salmonids. In addition, concerns have been expressed about the impact on wild wrasse populations used as cleaner fish to control sea lice. Impacts on water quality are localized, but there is potential for cumulative impacts in densely farmed areas. Chemical inputs of pesticides used to control sea lice are of particular concern for farmed Scottish salmon. The use of chemical pesticides has declined over the last decade but varies by region. General Notes The industry follows a zonal approach to aquaculture management with respect to planning, siting, licensing, and operation. References: FishSource - salmon, United Kingdom Good Fish Guide - Atlantic Salmon, Europe: UK, Scotland, Open net pen, marine Seafood Watch, December 2021, Atlantic Salmon, Scotland, Marine Net Pens
Species and Location Atlantic wolffish Anarhichas lupus Icelandic Fishery countries: Iceland	Production Methods Seine nets Longlines Handlines and pole-lines	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Bycatch of seabirds occurs in the longline fishery. Some mitigation measures are in place. Bycatch is not always reported as required. Several species of fish are used as bait in the longline and handline fisheries but there is a lack of data on bait use. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes The life-history characteristics of Atlantic wolffish: long-lived and late maturity, increase its vulnerability to overfishing. References Vottunarstofan Tún ehf, September 2019, ISF Iceland Multi-Species Demersal Fishery Public Certification Report
Species and Location Australian spiny lobster Panulirus cygnus Western Australia Fishery countries: Australia	Production Methods Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes The main risk to ETP species in this fishery is entanglement of marine mammals. Most reported interactions involve humpback whales. But measures are in place to reduce impacts and interactions with the fishery are considered highly likely to not hinder the recovery of these ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References bio.inspecta, 19 September 2022, MSC Public Certification Report for Australia western rock lobster fishery
Species and Location Barramundi Lates calcarifer Malaysia Fishery countries: Malaysia	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes The environmental impacts are addressed to some degree by certification.
Species and Location Barramundi Lates calcarifer Sri Lanka Fishery countries: Sri Lanka	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings Sustainability not rated
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes
Species and Location Big blue octopus Octopus cyanea East Nusa Tenggara Fishery countries: Indonesia	Production Methods Handlines and pole-lines	Certification or Improvement Project Some product from FIP fisheries	Sustainability Ratings Sustainability not rated
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Blue grenadier Macruronus novaezelandiae New Zealand Eastern, New Zealand Western Fishery countries: New Zealand	Production Methods Midwater trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species, but cumulative impacts with other fisheries may occur. Bycatch of non-quota species is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Blue mussel Mytilus edulis France Fishery countries: France	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings Seafood Watch Best Choice Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid
Environmental Notes No feed inputs are used to support farmed mussels. Only naturally occurring spat are used to stock the farm so the transportation of the larval phase of mussels away from farm sites is not a concern. There is no concern regarding pollution from nutrients or organic matter. No feed or nutrient fertilization inputs are used to support farmed mussels, and water quality has been shown to improve at farmed mussel sites. General Notes References Seafood Watch, August 2020, Marine Mussels, Mytilus spp, Perna spp., Worldwide, On and Off Bottom Culture
Species and Location Blue mussel Mytilus edulis Ireland Fishery countries: Ireland	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings Seafood Watch Best Choice Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes No feed inputs are used to support farmed mussels. The larval phase of mussels may be transported away from farm sites. The spread of non-native mussels and unintentionally introduced species beyond their natural range may be a cause for concern. There is no concern regarding pollution from nutrients or organic matter. No feed or nutrient fertilization inputs are used to support farmed mussels, and water quality has been shown to improve at farmed mussel sites. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Blue mussel, UK and Ireland (Republic of), Culture, suspension Seafood Watch, August 2020, Marine Mussels, Mytilus spp, Perna spp., Worldwide, On and Off Bottom Culture
Species and Location Blue mussel Mytilus edulis East Jutland Fishery countries: Denmark	Production Methods Dredge	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Gear such as underwater video cameras is used by the fleet to target dense areas of mussels and minimise bycatch. Light-weight dredge gear and fishing area restrictions are used to reduce the impact of the fishery on the sea bed. This fishery is assessed as highly unlikely to reduce habitat structure and function to a point where there would be serious or irreversible harm. General Notes References MRAG Americas, October 2021, DFPO Mussel, Cockle and Oyster Public Certification Report
Species and Location Blue mussel Mytilus edulis Limfjord Fishery countries: Denmark	Production Methods Dredge Miscellaneous	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low. Dredges will directly impact on the sea bed. Fishing activity is concentrated across a small area and restrictions are in place to protect key habitats. Any adverse impacts from rope grown production are localized and reversible. General Notes References LRQA, October 2022, Limfjord Blue Shell Mussel (Rope Grown) Public Certification Report MRAG Americas, October 2021, DFPO Mussel, Cockle and Oyster Public Certification Report
Species and Location Blue mussel Mytilus edulis United Kingdom Fishery countries: United Kingdom	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes No feed inputs are used to support farmed mussels. Only naturally occurring spat are used to stock the farm so the transportation of the larval phase of mussels away from farm sites is not a concern. There is no concern regarding pollution from nutrients or organic matter. No feed or nutrient fertilization inputs are used to support farmed mussels, and water quality has been shown to improve at farmed mussel sites. General Notes This product is certified to a non-GSSI recognised aquaculture certification standard. The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by organic certification. References Good Fish Guide - Blue mussel, Europe: UK and Ireland (Republic of), Culture, suspension
Species and Location Cape hakes Merluccius paradoxus, Merluccius capensis Namibian coast Fishery countries: Namibia	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Interactions with seabirds may occur. Measures such as the use of streamer lines are required to minimise seabird bycatch but compliance is an issue. Bycatch is a risk in this fishery, but there are mitigation measures in place. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. There are restrictions in place to prevent the footprint of the fishing area from expanding. General Notes References Control Union, November 2020, Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Public Certification Report for Namibia hake trawl and longline fishery
Species and Location Cape hakes Merluccius paradoxus, Merluccius capensis Namibian coast Fishery countries: Namibia	Production Methods Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Interactions with seabirds may occur. Measures such as the use of streamer lines are required to minimise seabird bycatch but compliance is an issue. Bycatch is a risk in this fishery, but there are mitigation measures in place. The longline gear is not set in contact with the sea bed. General Notes References Control Union, November 2020, Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Public Certification Report for Namibia hake trawl and longline fishery
Species and Location Capelin Mallotus villosus Icelandic Fishery countries: Iceland	Production Methods Midwater trawl Seine nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There have been some reports of interactions with marine mammals in this fishery, but the fishery is considered unlikely to have significant impacts on ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored.
Species and Location Caribbean spiny lobster Panulirus argus Western Central Atlantic Fishery countries: Cuba	Production Methods Rake / hand gathered / hand netted Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Chilean jack mackerel Trachurus murphyi Southeast Pacific Fishery countries: Chile	Production Methods Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes The purse seine fishery occasionally interacts with marine mammals and seabirds but impacts are not likely to be significant. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored. References Lloyd's Register, April 2019, Public Certification Report for Chile Purse Seine Jack Mackerel
Species and Location Chilean mussel Mytilus chilensis Chile Fishery countries: Chile	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes No feed inputs are used to support farmed mussels. The larval phase of mussels may be transported away from farm sites. The spread of non-native mussels and unintentionally introduced species beyond their natural range may be a cause for concern. There is no concern regarding pollution from nutrients or organic matter. No feed or nutrient fertilization inputs are used to support farmed mussels, and water quality has been shown to improve at farmed mussel sites. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Chilean mussel, Chile, Culture, bottom, Culture, suspension Seafood Watch, August 2020, Marine Mussels, Mytilus spp, Perna spp., Worldwide, On and Off Bottom Culture Seafood Watch Recommendations, Chilean mussel, Worldwide, Aquaculture Stewardship Council Certified Bivalve Standard
Species and Location Chilean mussel Mytilus chilensis Chile Fishery countries: Chile	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings Seafood Watch Best Choice Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes No feed inputs are used to support farmed mussels. Only naturally occurring spat are used to stock the farm so the transportation of the larval phase of mussels away from farm sites is not a concern. There is no concern regarding pollution from nutrients or organic matter. No feed or nutrient fertilization inputs are used to support farmed mussels, and water quality has been shown to improve at farmed mussel sites. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Chilean mussel, Chile, Culture, bottom, Culture, suspension Seafood Watch, August 2020, Marine Mussels, Mytilus spp, Perna spp., Worldwide, On and Off Bottom Culture
Species and Location Chilean mussel Mytilus chilensis Chile Los Lagos (X) Fishery countries: Chile	Production Methods Rake / hand gathered / hand netted Miscellaneous	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings Sustainability not rated
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Chilean nylon shrimp Heterocarpus reedi Chilean Fishery countries: Chile	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There are risks to marine mammals and seabirds with this fishery, but the rate of interactions is low. Management measures are in place for commercial bycatch species. Lighter trawl gear has been adopted to reduce the impact of the fishery on the sea bed. General Notes References Bureau Veritas, June 2022, MSC Public Certification Report for Chile Squat Lobsters Camanchaca Demersal Trawl Fishery
Species and Location Chinook salmon Oncorhynchus tshawytscha Canada Fishery countries: Canada	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Best Choice Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes The industry’s feed includes fishmeal and fish oil. The sustainability of wild capture fisheries varies. Chinook salmon is not native to New Zealand but has become "domesticated". Therefore the risk from escapes of competitive and genetic interactions with wild species are low. There is the potential for cumulative impacts of effluents at the waterbody scale. Chemical inputs on farms in New Zealand are low. General Notes References Seafood Watch, January 2020, Chinook (King) Salmon, New Zealand, Marine and freshwater net pens
Species and Location Chum salmon Oncorhynchus keta Alaska - Annette Islands Reserve Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Hook and line	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References SCS Global, October 2022, Annette Islands Reserve Salmon Fishery MSC Fishery Assessment Report
Species and Location Chum salmon Oncorhynchus keta Alaska - Arctic-Yukon-Kuskokwim Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References MRAG Americas, April 2019, 3rd Reassessment Report Alaska Salmon Fishery Public Certification Report
Species and Location Chum salmon Oncorhynchus keta Alaska - Southeast Alaska Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Hook and line	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References MRAG Americas, April 2019, 3rd Reassessment Report Alaska Salmon Fishery Public Certification Report
Species and Location Chum salmon Oncorhynchus keta Alaska - Annette Islands Reserve; Arctic-Yukon-Kuskokwim; Bristol Bay; Cook Inlet; Kodiak; Prince William Sound; Southeast Alaska Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Purse seine Seine nets Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References MRAG Americas, April 2019, 3rd Reassessment Report Alaska Salmon Fishery Public Certification Report SCS Global, October 2022, Annette Islands Reserve Salmon Fishery MSC Fishery Assessment Report
Species and Location Chum salmon Oncorhynchus keta Alaska - Alaska Peninsula, Aleutian Islands and Chignik; Cook Inlet; Kodiak; Prince William Sound; Southeast Alaska Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References MRAG Americas, April 2019, 3rd Reassessment Report Alaska Salmon Fishery Public Certification Report
Species and Location Coho salmon Oncorhynchus kisutch Chile Fishery countries: Chile	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid
Environmental Notes Salmon rely on wild capture fisheries for feed. The sustainability of fisheries supplying feed used for coho salmon in Chile was not identified. Large escape events continue to occur in Chile, although they only affect a small proportion of farms annually. Escaped coho salmon show greater evidence of establishment in Chile than Atlantic salmon. Escaped fish have been shown to predate on wild fish, which may affect native populations. The open nature of net pen production systems means there is a risk of disease transfer to wild fish, though monitoring and detection shows low rates in the wild of pathogens and parasites of concern to salmon farming. Impacts on water quality are localized, but there is potential for cumulative impacts in densely farmed areas. Chemical inputs of pesticides and antimicrobials are high though usage varies by production region. There are concerns about the use of antimicrobials important to human health. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. A zonal management approach has been adopted based on groups of licenses known as Aquaculture Management Areas (AMAS), emergency disease zones, and Authorized Areas for Aquaculture (AAA). References FishSource - Salmon, Chile Seafood Watch, December 2021, Atlantic and Coho Salmon, Chile, Marine Net Pens
Species and Location Coho salmon Oncorhynchus kisutch Alaska - Annette Islands Reserve; Arctic-Yukon-Kuskokwim; Bristol Bay; Southeast Alaska Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Gillnets and entangling nets Hook and line	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References MRAG Americas, April 2019, 3rd Reassessment Report Alaska Salmon Fishery Public Certification Report SCS Global, October 2022, Annette Islands Reserve Salmon Fishery MSC Fishery Assessment Report
Species and Location Coho salmon Oncorhynchus kisutch Alaska - Cook Inlet; Copper-Bering Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References MRAG Americas, April 2019, 3rd Reassessment Report Alaska Salmon Fishery Public Certification Report
Species and Location Coho salmon Oncorhynchus kisutch Alaska - Arctic-Yukon-Kuskokwim; Prince William Sound; Westward Alaska Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Purse seine Gillnets and entangling nets Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References MRAG Americas, April 2019, 3rd Reassessment Report Alaska Salmon Fishery Public Certification Report
Species and Location Common octopus Octopus vulgaris Cape Blanc Fishery countries: Mauritania	Production Methods Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Vulnerable marine species are found in the production area, but there is no information about the impacts of this fishery on ETP species. Bycatch is a risk for this fishery, which is associated with high rates of discarding. But there is no updated information about bycatch impacts of this fishery. There is no information about habitat impacts in this fishery, but pots and traps are unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Common octopus Octopus vulgaris Dakhla Fishery countries: Morocco	Production Methods Hook and line Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Seafood Watch, March 2021, Seafood Watch Report for Common octopus, Eastern Central and Northeast Atlantic, Bottom trawls, Traps (unspecified), Pots, Jig
Species and Location Common octopus Octopus vulgaris Ghana Fishery countries: Ghana	Production Methods Handlines and pole-lines	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings Sustainability not rated
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Common octopus Octopus vulgaris Senegal-Gambia Fishery countries: Senegal	Production Methods Handlines and pole-lines Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Good Alternative Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Seafood Watch, March 2021, Seafood Watch Report for Common octopus, Eastern Central and Northeast Atlantic, Bottom trawls, Traps (unspecified), Pots, Jig
Species and Location Common shrimp Crangon crangon North Sea Fishery countries: Netherlands	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. ETP species either escape during fishing or are released back into the water when the catch is sorted. Management measures including technical gear measures, are in place to reduce bycatch in this fishery. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed, but this fishery does not cause serious or irreversible harm. General Notes References Acoura Marine, December 2017, MSC Public Certification Report for North Sea Brown Shrimp
Species and Location Common sole Solea solea North Sea Fishery countries: Denmark	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Skates and rays are identified as ETP species in this fishery. Some mitigation measures are in place to help protect blue skate and flapper skate. Bycatch of North Sea cod is a concern for this fishery but mitigation measures are in place. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Dover sole, North Sea, Bottom trawl (otter)
Species and Location Cupped oysters nei Crassostrea spp. United Kingdom Fishery countries: United Kingdom	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes No feed inputs are used to support farmed oysters. Pacific oysters are non-native to the UK and may compete with native oyster species. There is no concern regarding pollution from nutrients or organic matter. No feed or chemical inputs are used to support farmed oysters. General Notes References: Good Fish Guide - Pacific oyster, UK, Culture, suspension
Species and Location Deep-water Cape hake Merluccius capensis South Africa Fishery countries: South Africa	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Previous concerns over interactions with seabirds have been mitigated using bird scaring lines and a reduction in fishing effort. However, there is still a lack of knowledge regarding the extent of fishery interactions with some ETP species. There is bycatch for this fishery but there is a strategy in place for managing retained species. The estimated discard rate for the fishery is low. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed, however, this fishery is considered highly unlikely to have an irreversible impact on habitat structure and function. General Notes References LLoyd's Register, 2021, MSC Public Certification Report for South Africa Hake Trawl Fishery - Third Reassessment
Species and Location Devil anglerfish Lophius vomerinus South Africa Fishery countries: South Africa	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Edible crab Cancer pagurus Malin NW Ireland Fishery countries: Ireland	Production Methods Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings Sustainability not rated
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Edible crab Cancer paguras Celtic Sea Fishery countries: France	Production Methods Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings Sustainability not rated
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location European anchovy Engraulis encrasicolus Adriatic Sea Fishery countries: Albania, , Italy, Montenegro	Production Methods Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid
Environmental Notes Bycatch of dolphins is reported to occur in the European anchovy pelagic fisheries but information on impacts is limited. Other small pelagic species are caught as bycatch. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored. References Seafood Watch, February 2014, European anchovy & European pilchard, Adriatic Sea, Aegean Sea, Alboran Sea, Gulf of Lion, Ionian Sea, Ligurian Sea, Spain/Mediterranean, Strait of Sicily, Black Sea, Unassociated purse seine (non-FAD), Midwater trawls, Reviewed October 2020
Species and Location European anchovy Engraulis encrasicolus Bay of Biscay Fishery countries: Spain	Production Methods Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Best Choice Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored. References Good Fish Guide - European anchovy, Bay of Biscay, Net (purse seine or ring)
Species and Location European anchovy Engraulis encrasicolus Bay of Biscay Fishery countries: Spain	Production Methods Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Measures are in place to prevent fishing from hindering the recovery and rebuilding of the main bycatch species. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored. References Bureau Veritas, April 2020, MSC Public Certification Report for Cantabrian Sea Purse Seine Anchovy Fishery
Species and Location European anchovy Engraulis encrasicolus Northern Alboran Sea Fishery countries: Spain	Production Methods Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid
Environmental Notes Bycatch of dolphins is reported to occur in the European anchovy pelagic fisheries but information on impacts is limited. Other small pelagic species are caught as bycatch. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored. References Seafood Watch, February 2014, European anchovy & European pilchard, Adriatic Sea, Aegean Sea, Alboran Sea, Gulf of Lion, Ionian Sea, Ligurian Sea, Spain/Mediterranean, Strait of Sicily, Black Sea, Unassociated purse seine (non-FAD), Midwater trawls, Reviewed October 2020
Species and Location European anchovy Engraulis encrasicolus Northern Spain (Mediterranean) Fishery countries: Spain	Production Methods Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid
Environmental Notes Bycatch of dolphins is reported to occur in the European anchovy pelagic fisheries but information on impacts is limited. Other small pelagic species are caught as bycatch. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored. References Seafood Watch, February 2014, European anchovy & European pilchard, Adriatic Sea, Aegean Sea, Alboran Sea, Gulf of Lion, Ionian Sea, Ligurian Sea, Spain/Mediterranean, Strait of Sicily, Black Sea, Unassociated purse seine (non-FAD), Midwater trawls, Reviewed October 2020
Species and Location European anchovy Engraulis encrasicolus NW Africa Fishery countries: Morocco	Production Methods Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Good Alternative Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Bycatch of marine mammals and sharks may occur but purse seine gear has not been linked to significant bycatch of these ETP species. More information is needed to fully assess the threat to ETP species. Management measures are in place to limit bycatch by fisheries operating in Morocco. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored. References Good Fish Guide - European anchovy, Northwest Africa: Zone North, A and B: All areas, FAO 34: Atlantic, Eastern Central, Net (purse seine or ring)
Species and Location European anchovy Engraulis encrasicolus SW Iberian western component Fishery countries: Spain	Production Methods Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Avoid 5 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Bycatch of dolphins is reported to occur in the European anchovy pelagic fisheries but information on impacts is limited. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low, but impacts are not well understood. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored. References Good Fish Guide - European anchovy, Western and Southern Atlantic Iberian waters, Net (purse seine or ring) Seafood Watch, March 2023, Sardine, anchovy, mackerel (Spain, France, Portugal), Atlantic, Northeast, Purse seines, Handlines and hand-operated pole-and-lines
Species and Location European perch Perca fluviatilis Bratsk Reservoir - Angara River Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. Management measures are in place to regulate impacts on bycatch species. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the benthic habitat. General Notes References United Certification Systems Limited, April 2022, Bratsk Reservoir Perch Fishery Public Certification Report
Species and Location European perch Perca fluviatilis Curonian lagoon - Baltic Sea Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings Sustainability not rated
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location European perch Perca fluviatilis Gulf of Riga Fishery countries: Estonia	Production Methods Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings Sustainability not rated
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location European perch Perca fluviatilis Lake Peipsi Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location European perch Perca fluviatilis Lake Peipsi Fishery countries: Estonia, Russia	Production Methods Seine nets Gillnets and entangling nets Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There is potential for interactions to occur with seabirds but very few interactions have been reported. Bycatch species include pike and bream. Management measures are in place to reduce impacts on bycatch species. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the benthic habitat. General Notes References Marine Certification, January 2020, Russian and Estonian Lake Peipus perch and pike-perch Public Certification Report
Species and Location European pilchard Sardina pilchardus Adriatic Sea Fishery countries: Croatia, Italy	Production Methods Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Some product from FIP fisheries	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid
Environmental Notes Bycatch of dolphins is reported to occur in the Adriatic Sea pelagic fisheries but information on impacts is limited. Other small pelagic species are caught as bycatch. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored. References FisheryProgress, Adriatic Sea European sardine - purse seine Seafood Watch, April 2014, European anchovy & European pilchard, Adriatic Sea, Aegean Sea, Alboran Sea, Gulf of Lion, Ionian Sea, Ligurian Sea, Spain/Mediterranean, Strait of Sicily, Black Sea, Unassociated purse seine (non-FAD), Midwater trawls, Reviewed October 2020
Species and Location European pilchard Sardina pilchardus Bay of Biscay, Southern Celtic Seas and English Channel Fishery countries: France	Production Methods Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Avoid 5 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored.
Species and Location European pilchard Sardina pilchardus Bay of Biscay, Southern Celtic Seas and English Channel Fishery countries: United Kingdom	Production Methods Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored.
Species and Location European pilchard Sardina pilchardus Cantabrian Sea and Atlantic Iberian waters Fishery countries: Portugal	Production Methods Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have direct impacts on ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored. References Good Fish Guide - Sardine, Cantabrian Sea and Atlantic Iberian waters, Net (purse seine or ring)
Species and Location European pilchard Sardina pilchardus NW Africa central Fishery countries: Morocco	Production Methods Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Good Alternative Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Available data is still limited, but interactions with ETP species are likely to be low in the purse seine fishery. Commonly reported bycatch in the area includes sharks and rays, sea turtles, marine mammals, and sunfish. No more than 3% of the total catch for Moroccan small pelagic fisheries is allowed to comprise bycatch. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored.
Species and Location European pilchard Sardina pilchardus NW Africa central Fishery countries: Morocco	Production Methods Seine nets	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Available data is still limited. Commonly reported bycatch in the area includes sharks and rays, sea turtles, marine mammals, and sunfish. No more than 3% of the total catch for Moroccan small pelagic fisheries is allowed to comprise bycatch. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored.
Species and Location European pilchard Sardina pilchardus NW Africa southern Fishery countries: Morocco	Production Methods Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Good Alternative Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Available data is still limited. Commonly reported bycatch in the area includes sharks and rays, sea turtles, marine mammals, and sunfish. Other small pelagic species are caught as bycatch. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fish plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored.
Species and Location European plaice Pleuronectes platessa Baltic Sea Fishery countries: Poland	Production Methods Midwater trawl Bottom trawl Gillnets and entangling nets Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes There is a lack of information regarding ETP species and the impact of fishing on them, especially for gillnet gear. Species identified among bycatch include harbour porpoise. The fishery may also interact with seals and seabirds. Flatfish are caught as bycatch in the cod, herring, and sprat fisheries. Bycatch of plaice is managed under the EU Multiannual Plan for the Baltic Sea. Some management measures are in place to improve selectivity and reduce catch of juvenile fish. Habitat impacts vary by gear type. Bottom trawls present the greatest risk of impacts to the sea bed. General Notes References Global Trust Certification, September 2021, Poland flatfish trawl and gillnet Public Certification Report
Species and Location European plaice Pleuronectes platessa Barents Sea Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes Interactions with ETP species occur infrequently. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed, however, this fishery is considered unlikely to have an irreversible impact on habitat structure and function. General Notes References DNV Business Assurance, November 2022, Public Certification Report «GELA» LTD. NORTH EAST ATLANTIC EUROPEAN PLAICE
Species and Location European plaice Pleuronectes platessa Icelandic Fishery countries: Iceland	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to cause unacceptable impacts to ETP species. There is bycatch for this fishery but management measures are in place to reduce impacts. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. But, the fishery is considered highly unlikely to irreparably reduce habitat structure and function. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location European plaice Pleuronectes platessa Kattegat, Belts and Sound Fishery countries: Denmark	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings Sustainability not rated
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location European plaice Pleuronectes platessa North Sea and Skagerrak Fishery countries: Denmark	Production Methods Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid
Environmental Notes There is potential for interactions between seabirds and gillnets and trammel nets to occur, but more data is required to assess the significance of this risk. Bycatch is a risk for this fishery. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed, but more data is needed to fully understand the impacts. General Notes As a mixed fishery, the effects of management measures on other species need to be considered within an ecosystem context. References Control Union, October 2019, Public Certification Report – General Background for Joint demersal fisheries in the North Sea and adjacent waters Control Union, October 2019, Public Certification Report – Principle 2 for Joint demersal fisheries in the North Sea and adjacent waters
Species and Location European plaice Pleuronectes platessa North Sea and Skagerrak Fishery countries: Denmark, Netherlands	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to cause unacceptable impacts to ETP species. There is bycatch for this fishery but management measures are in place to reduce impacts. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. But, the fishery is considered highly unlikely to irreparably reduce habitat structure and function. General Notes References Control Union, October 2019, MSC Public Certification Report - Principle 2 for Joint demersal fisheries in the North Sea and adjacent waters Acoura Marine, March 2016, MSC Public Certification Report for Ekofish Group North Sea (ICES IVb) twin rigged otter trawl plaice fishery
Species and Location European plaice Pleuronectes platessa North Sea and Skagerrak Fishery countries: Netherlands	Production Methods Seine nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid
Environmental Notes There is potential for seine gear to interact with sharks, skates, and rays, but overall, this fishery is considered unlikely to have significant impacts on ETP species. Bycatch is a risk for this fishery. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Control Union, October 2019, Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Public Certification Report – Principle 2, Joint demersal fisheries in the North Sea and adjacent waters
Species and Location European plaice Pleuronectes platessa North Sea and Skagerrak Fishery countries: United Kingdom	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There are records of the fishery interacting with marine mammals, sharks, skates, and rays, but data indicates that the rate of interactions is low. Overall, this fishery is considered unlikely to have significant impacts on ETP species. There is some concern about catches of North Sea cod, but efforts are underway to rebuild the cod stock. Gear measures are in place to reduce bycatch generally. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed, but overall, this fishery is considered unlikely to have an irreversible impact on habitat structure and function. General Notes References Control Union (UK) Limited, May 2022, Public Certification Report Scottish Fisheries Sustainable Accreditation Group (SFSAG) Northern Demersal Stocks
Species and Location European seabass Dicentrarchus labrax Croatia Fishery countries: Croatia	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Seabass require fishmeal and fishoil from marine feed sources in their diet. Concerns about the sustainability of feed inputs are relatively minor though they are not necessarily certified sustainable. Escapes are a concern and little is known about the risk of disease transfer to wild species. Impacts on water quality are localized and have not been shown to have cumulative impacts beyond the immediate farm site. Chemical inputs are only used for health management and are applied in a controlled manner. Reports indicate responsible use, but there is a lack of data on the quantity of chemical inputs. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. Some regions have allocated zones for aquaculture. *References:* Good Fish Guide - Seabass, European Union and Turkey, Open net pen, marine Good Fish Guide - Seabass, European Union and Turkey, Open net pen, marine, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Seafood Watch, July 2020, Gilthead Seabream, European Seabass and Meagre, European Union, Turkey, Egypt
Species and Location European seabass Dicentrarchus labrax Greece Fishery countries: Greece	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Seabass require fishmeal and fishoil from marine feed sources in their diet. Concerns about the sustainability of feed inputs are relatively minor though they are not necessarily certified sustainable. Escapes are a concern and little is known about the risk of disease transfer to wild species. Impacts on water quality are localized and have not been shown to have cumulative impacts beyond the immediate farm site. Chemical inputs are only used for health management and are applied in a controlled manner. Reports indicate responsible use, but there is a lack of data on the quantity of chemical inputs. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. The industry has adopted a zonal approach to farm planning and management. References: Good Fish Guide - Seabass, European Union and Turkey, Open net pen, marine Good Fish Guide - Seabass, European Union and Turkey, Open net pen, marine, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Seafood Watch, July 2020, Gilthead Seabream, European Seabass and Meagre, European Union, Turkey, Egypt
Species and Location European seabass Dicentrarchus labrax Turkey Fishery countries: Turkey	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Seabass require fishmeal and fishoil from marine feed sources in their diet. Concerns about the sustainability of feed inputs are relatively minor though they are not necessarily certified sustainable. Escapes are a concern and little is known about the risk of disease transfer to wild species. Impacts on water quality are localized and have not been shown to have cumulative impacts beyond the immediate farm site. Chemical inputs are only used for health management and are applied in a controlled manner. Reports indicate responsible use, but there is a lack of data on the quantity of chemical inputs. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. References FishSource - seabass/seabream, Turkey Good Fish Guide - Seabass, European Union and Turkey, Open net pen, marine, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Good Fish Guide - Seabass, European Union and Turkey, Open net pen, marine, GlobalG.A.P. Seafood Watch, July 2020, Gilthead Seabream, European Seabass and Meagre, European Union, Turkey, Egypt
Species and Location Giant river prawn Macrobrachium rosenbergii Bangladesh Fishery countries: Bangladesh	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings Seafood Watch Good Alternative Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Production of farmed giant river prawns requires little to no feed inputs of wild fish for feed. Production relies heavily on the unsustainable input of wild-caught juveniles, which are in decline. But the use of wild-caught juveniles means that the risk to wild populations from escape events is low, despite the high likelihood of escapes occurring. Risks from chemical inputs are low and there is little risk from effluent discharge. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Giant river prawn, Bangladesh, Pond, extensive Seafood Watch, April 2017, Giant Tiger Prawn and Giant Freshwater Prawn, Bangladesh, Ponds, Updated December 2021
Species and Location Giant tiger prawn Penaeus monodon Indonesia Fishery countries: Indonesia	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes Fishmeal and fish oil from marine feed sources are used. The sustainability of feed inputs is unknown. Disease transfer between farmed and wild prawns is a concern. Escapes do occur but the species is native to Asia and escapes are thought unlikely to significantly impact wild populations. The use of wild broodstock to supply hatcheries is a concern. Pollution from nutrients and organic matter, as well as chemical inputs, may affect local water quality. The use of illegal chemicals is a concern. General Notes This product is certified to a non-GSSI recognised aquaculture certification standard. The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by organic certification. Legislation on zonal planning relevant to aquaculture exists but it is unclear whether zones have been established. References: FishSource - shrimp, Indonesia Good Fish Guide - Tiger Prawn, Vietnam, India, Indonesia, Pond, improved extensive, Pond, semi-intensive Seafood Watch, December 2015, Giant Tiger Prawn, Whiteleg Shrimp, Indonesia, Ponds
Species and Location Giant tiger prawn Penaeus monodon Vietnam Fishery countries: Vietnam	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Giant tiger prawns are farmed in intensive and extensive systems that may require supplementary inputs of fishmeal and fish oil from marine feed sources. Disease transfer and escapes are not a concern as giant tiger prawns are native to Vietnam, therefore lowering the risk to wild populations. However, the use of wild-caught juveniles to supply or supplement the stock on some farms may present a risk. Pollution from nutrients and organic matter, as well as chemical inputs, may affect local water quality. The use of illegal antibiotics is a particular concern. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. References Good Fish Guide - Tiger prawns, Global, Pond, freshwater, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Good Fish Guide - Tiger Prawn, Vietnam, India, Indonesia, Pond, improved extensive, Pond, semi-intensive Seafood Watch, January 2023, Whiteleg Shrimp, Giant Tiger Prawn, Vietnam, Ponds
Species and Location Giant tiger prawn Penaeus monodon Vietnam Fishery countries: Vietnam	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Giant tiger prawns farmed in extensive organic systems do not require supplementary inputs of fishmeal and fish oil. Disease transfer and escapes are not a concern as giant tiger prawns are native to Vietnam, therefore lowering the risk to wild populations. However, the use of wild-caught juveniles to supply or supplement the stock on some farms may present a risk. Pollution from nutrients and organic matter, as well as chemical inputs, may affect local water quality. Organic production uses minimal chemical and antibiotic inputs. General Notes This product is certified to a non-GSSI recognised aquaculture certification standard. The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by organic certification. References: Good Fish Guide - Tiger Prawn, Vietnam, India, Indonesia, Pond, improved extensive, Pond, semi-intensive Good Fish Guide - Tiger prawns, Vietnam, Madagascar, Pond, extensive, EU Organic Soil Association Seafood Watch, January 2023, Whiteleg Shrimp, Giant Tiger Prawn, Vietnam, Ponds
Species and Location Giant tiger prawn Penaeus monodon Vietnam Fishery countries: Vietnam	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Avoid 5 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Giant tiger prawns are farmed in intensive and extensive systems that may require supplementary inputs of fishmeal and fish oil from marine feed sources. Disease transfer and escapes are not a concern as giant tiger prawns are native to Vietnam, therefore lowering the risk to wild populations. However, the use of wild-caught juveniles to supply or supplement the stock on some farms may present a risk. Pollution from nutrients and organic matter, as well as chemical inputs, may affect local water quality. The use of illegal antibiotics is a particular concern. General Notes References: Good Fish Guide - Tiger Prawn, Vietnam, India, Indonesia, Pond, improved extensive, Pond, semi-intensive Seafood Watch, January 2023, Whiteleg Shrimp, Giant Tiger Prawn, Vietnam, Ponds
Species and Location Giant tiger prawn Penaeus monodon Nigeria Fishery countries: Nigeria	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings Sustainability not rated
Environmental Notes There are risks to sea turtles with this fishery, but there is insufficient data available to assess significance. There is bycatch for this fishery but 75% of the bycatch must be landed by law. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Gilthead seabream Sparus aurata Croatia Fishery countries: Croatia	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Bream require fishmeal and fish oil from marine feed sources in their diet. Concerns about the sustainability of feed inputs are relatively minor though they are not necessarily certified sustainable. Escapes are a concern and little is known about the risk of disease transfer to wild species. Pollution from nutrients and organic matter are a concern with open net pens. But impacts from effluent are localized. Chemical inputs are only used for health management and are applied in a controlled manner. Reports indicate responsible use, but there is a lack of data on the quantity of chemical inputs. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. References: Good Fish Guide - Gilthead bream, European Union and Turkey, Open net pen, marine Good Fish Guide - Gilthead bream, European Union and Turkey, Open net pen, marine, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Seafood Watch, July 2020, Gilthead Seabream, European Seabass and Meagre, European Union, Turkey, Egypt
Species and Location Gilthead seabream Sparus aurata Croatia Fishery countries: Croatia	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Bream require fishmeal and fish oil from marine feed sources in their diet. Concerns about the sustainability of feed inputs are relatively minor though they are not necessarily certified sustainable. Escapes are a concern and little is known about the risk of disease transfer to wild species. Pollution from nutrients and organic matter are a concern with open net pens. But impacts from effluent are localized. Chemical inputs are only used for health management and are applied in a controlled manner. Reports indicate responsible use, but there is a lack of data on the quantity of chemical inputs. General Notes This product is certified to a non-GSSI recognised aquaculture certification standard. The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. References: Good Fish Guide - Gilthead bream, European Union and Turkey, Open net pen, marine Seafood Watch, July 2020, Gilthead Seabream, European Seabass and Meagre, European Union, Turkey, Egypt
Species and Location Gilthead seabream Sparus aurata Greece Fishery countries: Greece	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Bream require fishmeal and fish oil from marine feed sources in their diet. Concerns about the sustainability of feed inputs are relatively minor though they are not necessarily certified sustainable. Escapes are a concern and little is known about the risk of disease transfer to wild species. Pollution from nutrients and organic matter are a concern with open net pens. But impacts from effluent are localized. Chemical inputs are only used for health management and are applied in a controlled manner. Reports indicate responsible use, but there is a lack of data on the quantity of chemical inputs. General Notes References: Good Fish Guide - Gilthead bream, European Union and Turkey, Open net pen, marine Seafood Watch, July 2020, Gilthead Seabream, European Seabass and Meagre, European Union, Turkey, Egypt
Species and Location Gilthead seabream Sparus aurata Greece Fishery countries: Greece	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Bream require fishmeal and fish oil from marine feed sources in their diet. Concerns about the sustainability of feed inputs are relatively minor though they are not necessarily certified sustainable. Escapes are a concern and little is known about the risk of disease transfer to wild species. Pollution from nutrients and organic matter are a concern with open net pens. But impacts from effluent are localized. Chemical inputs are only used for health management and are applied in a controlled manner. Reports indicate responsible use, but there is a lack of data on the quantity of chemical inputs. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. References: Good Fish Guide - Gilthead bream, European Union and Turkey, Open net pen, marine Good Fish Guide - Gilthead bream, European Union and Turkey, Open net pen, marine, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Seafood Watch, July 2020, Gilthead Seabream, European Seabass and Meagre, European Union, Turkey, Egypt
Species and Location Gilthead seabream Sparus aurata Turkey Fishery countries: Turkey	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Bream require fishmeal and fish oil from marine feed sources in their diet. Concerns about the sustainability of feed inputs are relatively minor though they are not necessarily certified sustainable. Escapes are a concern and little is known about the risk of disease transfer to wild species. Pollution from nutrients and organic matter are a concern with open net pens. But impacts from effluent are localized. Chemical inputs are only used for health management and are applied in a controlled manner. Reports indicate responsible use, but there is a lack of data on the quantity of chemical inputs. General Notes References: Good Fish Guide - Gilthead bream, European Union and Turkey, Open net pen, marine Seafood Watch, July 2020, Gilthead Seabream, European Seabass and Meagre, European Union, Turkey, Egypt
Species and Location Gilthead seabream Sparus aurata Turkey Fishery countries: Turkey	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Bream require fishmeal and fish oil from marine feed sources in their diet. Concerns about the sustainability of feed inputs are relatively minor though they are not necessarily certified sustainable. Escapes are a concern and little is known about the risk of disease transfer to wild species. Pollution from nutrients and organic matter are a concern with open net pens. But impacts from effluent are localized. Chemical inputs are only used for health management and are applied in a controlled manner. Reports indicate responsible use, but there is a lack of data on the quantity of chemical inputs. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. References: Good Fish Guide - Gilthead bream, European Union and Turkey, Open net pen, marine Good Fish Guide - Gilthead bream, European Union and Turkey, Open net pen, marine, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Good Fish Guide - Gilthead bream, European Union and Turkey, Open net pen, marine, GLOBALG.A.P. Seafood Watch, July 2020, Gilthead Seabream, European Seabass and Meagre, European Union, Turkey, Egypt
Species and Location Gloomy octopus Octopus tetricus Australian West coast Fishery countries: Australia	Production Methods Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes Marine mammals occasionally interact with octopus fishing gear but this fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low. Discarded bycatch species are usually returned to the water alive. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References SCS Global, November 2019, Western Australian Octopus Fishery MSC Fishery Assessment Report
Species and Location Golden redfish Sebastes norvegicus Iceland and Faroes grounds, W Scotland, N Azores, E Greenland Fishery countries: Iceland	Production Methods Bottom trawl Seine nets Gillnets and entangling nets Longlines Handlines and pole-lines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Impacts vary by gear type. Bycatch of marine mammals occurs in the gillnet and bottom trawl fisheries. Bycatch of seabirds occurs in the longline and gillnet fisheries. Monitoring and some mitigation measures are in place. Bycatch is not always reported as required. Several species of fish are used as bait in the longline and handline fisheries but there is a lack of data on bait use. Habitat impacts vary by gear type. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed, but overall, this fishery is considered unlikely to have an irreversible impact on habitat structure and function. General Notes References Vottunarstofan Tún ehf, September 2019, ISF Iceland Multi-Species Demersal Fishery Public Certification Report
Species and Location Golden redfish Sebastes norvegicus Iceland and Faroes grounds, W Scotland, N Azores, E Greenland Fishery countries: France	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Haddock Melanogrammus aeglefinus Barents Sea Fishery countries: Faroe Islands, France, Iceland, Norway, Russia	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There are significant concerns about the cumulative impacts of the Barents Sea fishery upon the endangered species, golden redfish. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low. With some exceptions, all commercial species caught must be retained, recorded and landed. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. Management measures are in place to limit impacts on benthic habitats. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Haddock Melanogrammus aeglefinus Barents Sea Fishery countries: Norway	Production Methods Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There are significant concerns about the cumulative impacts of the Barents Sea fishery upon the endangered species, golden redfish, but most of the catch is taken by bottom trawls. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low. With some exceptions, all commercial species caught must be retained, recorded and landed. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Haddock Melanogrammus aeglefinus Barents Sea Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There are significant concerns about the cumulative impacts of the Barents Sea fishery upon the endangered species, golden redfish. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low. With some exceptions, all commercial species caught must be retained, recorded and landed. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. Management measures are in place to limit impacts on benthic habitats. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Haddock Melanogrammus aeglefinus Barents Sea Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes There are significant concerns about the cumulative impacts of the Barents Sea fishery upon the endangered species, golden redfish, but most of the catch is taken by bottom trawls. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low. With some exceptions, all commercial species caught must be retained, recorded and landed. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. Management measures are in place to limit impacts on benthic habitats. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Haddock Melanogrammus aeglefinus Icelandic Fishery countries: Iceland	Production Methods Midwater trawl Bottom trawl Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Haddock Melanogrammus aeglefinus Icelandic Fishery countries: Iceland	Production Methods Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species, although there is a risk of seabird entanglement. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Haddock Melanogrammus aeglefinus Icelandic Fishery countries: Iceland	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. Measures to protect vulnerable habitats such as cold water coral reefs are in place. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Haddock Melanogrammus aeglefinus North Sea, West of Scotland and Skagerrak Fishery countries: Norway	Production Methods Bottom trawl Purse seine Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There are recorded interactions with golden redfish, marine mammals, sharks and rays, but the rate of interactions is considered unlikely to have significant impacts on ETP species. There is bycatch for this fishery but management measures are in place to reduce impacts on retained species. Habitat impacts vary by gear type. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed, but overall, this fishery is considered unlikely to have an irreversible impact on habitat structure and function. However, there are concerns about the potential for some fishing areas to overlap with unprotected vulnerable habitats. General Notes As a mixed fishery, the effects of management measures on other species need to be considered within an ecosystem context. References DNV GL, June 2018, Public Certification Report for the Reassessment of the Norway North Sea demersal fisheries
Species and Location Haddock Melanogrammus aeglefinus Rockall Fishery countries: Ireland	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes The fishery interacts with sharks, skates (in particular, blue skate), and marine mammals. Catch rates appear low but further information is needed to be able to conclude that the fishery is not impacting blue skate. Management measures are in place to reduce discarding and limit impacts on bycatch species. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. Area closures are in place to protect vulnerable marine ecosystems. General Notes References ME Certification, July 2018, Public Certification Report SFSAG Rockall haddock
Species and Location Hard clams nei Meretrix spp. Vietnam Fishery countries: Vietnam	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Best Choice Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid
Environmental Notes No feed inputs are used to support farmed clams. There is little evidence available to suggest that negative ecological impacts occur from escaped clams. There is no concern regarding pollution from nutrients or organic matter. No feed or nutrient fertilization inputs are used to support farmed clams, and water quality has been shown to improve near farmed clam sites. General Notes References Seafood Watch, April 2018, Clams, Worldwide, Bottom and Off-Bottom Culture, Updated April 2023
Species and Location Indian squid Loligo duvauceli Andhra Pradesh Fishery countries: India	Production Methods Hook and line	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes There are risks to marine mammals with this fishery. There is a lack of information on bycatch in this fishery. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location John dory Zeus faber NE Atlantic Fishery countries: Portugal	Production Methods Gillnets and entangling nets Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings Sustainability not rated
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Jumbo flying squid Dosidicus gigas SE Pacific Fishery countries: Peru	Production Methods Handlines and pole-lines	Certification or Improvement Project FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Good Alternative Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References FisheryProgress - Peruvian jumbo flying squid - jig
Species and Location Jumbo flying squid Dosidicus gigas SE Pacific Fishery countries: China, Chile	Production Methods Hook and line Handlines and pole-lines	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Good Alternative Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low but more data is needed to fully understand the risk in all management areas. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Jumbo flying squid Dosidicus gigas SE Pacific Fishery countries: Peru	Production Methods Hook and line	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings Seafood Watch Good Alternative Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low but more data is needed to fully understand the risk in all management areas. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Lemon sole Microstomus kitt Icelandic Fishery countries: Iceland	Production Methods Bottom trawl Seine nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Lemon sole is caught as bycatch in a multispecies fishery. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed but an MSC condition is in place to implement management measures for vulnerable marine habitats. General Notes References Vottunarstofan Tún ehf., January 2019, MSC Public Certification Report for ISF Iceland Lemon Sole Fishery
Species and Location Lemon sole Microstomus kitt North Sea, Skagerrak and Kattegat, and Eastern English Channel Fishery countries: Denmark, Netherlands	Production Methods Bottom trawl Seine nets	Certification or Improvement Project Some product from FIP fisheries	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes There are risks to ETP species including marine mammals, sharks, skates and rays. Some mitigation measures are in place. This fish is caught as a bycatch species in mixed fisheries. Bottom trawls and seine gear will directly impact on the sea bed, though impacts are greatest from bottom trawls. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Lemon sole, North Sea, Skagerrak and Kattegat, English Channel (East), Bottom trawl (beam) Good Fish Guide - Lemon sole, North Sea, Skagerrak and Kattegat, English Channel (East), Bottom trawl (otter) Good Fish Guide - Lemon sole, North Sea, Skagerrak and Kattegat, English Channel (East), Net (demersal seine)
Species and Location Ling Molva molva Icelandic Fishery countries: Iceland	Production Methods Bottom trawl Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species but there are risks to seabirds of entanglement in longline gear. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Lumpfish Cyclopterus lumpus Icelandic waters Fishery countries: Iceland	Production Methods Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes The main ETP species identified are seabirds. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. Bycatch is underreported in this fishery. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References SAI Global, November 2020, ISF Iceland lumpfish Public Certification Report
Species and Location Lumpfish Cyclopterus lumpus Greenland waters Fishery countries: Greenland	Production Methods Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Other species caught in the fishery include wolffishes and Atlantic halibut. All fish must be landed, except Atlantic halibut, which must be discarded alive where possible. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References DNV GL, February 2021, MSC Public Certification Report for the Reassessment of the Greenland lumpfish fishery
Species and Location Mediterranean mussels Mytilus galloprovincialis Spain Fishery countries: Spain	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings Seafood Watch Best Choice Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid
Environmental Notes No feed inputs are used to support farmed mussels. Only naturally occurring spat are used to stock the farm so the transportation of the larval phase of mussels away from farm sites is not a concern. There is no concern regarding pollution from nutrients or organic matter. No feed or nutrient fertilization inputs are used to support farmed mussels, and water quality has been shown to improve at farmed mussel sites. General Notes References Seafood Watch, August 2020, Marine Mussels, Mytilus spp, Perna spp., Worldwide, On and Off Bottom Culture
Species and Location New Zealand mussel Perna canaliculus New Zealand Fishery countries: New Zealand	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings Seafood Watch Best Choice Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid
Environmental Notes No feed inputs are used to support farmed mussels. As a native species found across New Zealand, the transportation of mussels away from farm sites is not likely to be a concern. There is no concern regarding pollution from nutrients or organic matter. No feed or nutrient fertilization inputs are used to support farmed mussels, and water quality has been shown to improve at farmed mussel sites. General Notes References Seafood Watch, August 2020, Marine Mussels, Mytilus spp, Perna spp., Worldwide, On and Off Bottom Culture
Species and Location New Zealand mussel Perna canaliculus Northern Fishery countries: New Zealand	Production Methods Dredge	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete General Notes No additional notes
Species and Location New Zealand mussel Perna canaliculus Southern Fishery countries: New Zealand	Production Methods Dredge	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings Sustainability not rated
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete General Notes No additional notes
Species and Location Nile tilapia Oreochromis niloticus Indonesia Fishery countries: Indonesia	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Tilapia typically does not require large inputs of fishmeal and fish oil in commercial feeds. The risk of escapes is high but tilapia have already become established in Indonesia. There appears to be a low incidence of disease on farms but there is a high risk of disease transfer to wild species when outbreaks occur. There is a lack of information about impacts on water quality on tilapia farms in Indonesia. Chemical inputs, including antibiotics important to human health, are a concern. General Notes Although there is extensive legislation referencing area and zonal approaches to aquaculture planning and management, the tilapia farming industry still appears focused on farm-based approaches. The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. *References* FishSource - Tilapia, Indonesia Good Fish Guide - Tilapia, Global, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Seafood Watch, September 2015, Farmed Tilapia, Indonesia, Freshwater net pens Seafood Watch, Tilapia, Worldwide, Aquaculture Stewardship Council Certified Tilapia Standard
Species and Location North Pacific hake Merluccius productus NE Pacific Fishery countries: Canada, United States	Production Methods Midwater trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Northern prawn Pandalus borealis Atlantic Canada: SFAs 1-2, 4, 6-7 Fishery countries: Canada	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes The only ETP species recorded in the catch are Atlantic wolffish, spotted wolffish and Northern wolffish. Annual catches are low and the shrimp fishery is unlikely to hinder their recovery. Bycatch of non-target species is considered low and mitigation measures are in place. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. But, the fishery is considered highly unlikely to irreparably reduce habitat structure and function. Management measures are in place to limit impacts on vulnerable habitats. General Notes This species plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored. References LRQA, June 2022, Canada Northern and Striped Shrimp MSC Public Certification Report
Species and Location Northern prawn Pandalus borealis Atlantic Canada: SFAs 13-15 (E Scotian Shelf) Fishery countries: Canada	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes The trawl fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is low due to the use of the Nordmore grate. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed, however, this fishery is considered highly unlikely to have an irreversible impact on habitat structure and function. General Notes References Lloyd's Register, November 2020, MSC 2nd Reassessment Public Certification Report for the Canada Scotian Shelf Northern Prawn Trawl and Trap Fishery
Species and Location Northern prawn Pandalus borealis Barents Sea Fishery countries: Norway	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Management measures are in place to limit catch of redfish, which may include the endangered species, golden redfish. While catches are low in this fishery, there are significant concerns about the cumulative impacts of the Barents Sea fisheries upon the golden redfish. Bycatch for this fishery is low due to the use of Nordmøre sorting grids and other management measures. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed, however, this fishery is considered highly unlikely to have an irreversible impact on habitat structure and function. General Notes This species plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored. References DNG GL, March 2018, Public Certification Report for the Re-assessment of the Norway North East Arctic cold water prawn fishery
Species and Location Northern prawn Pandalus borealis Skagerrak and Norwegian deep Fishery countries: Norway	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 4 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Sharks and rays are identified as ETP species that this fishery may interact with. Data for similar fisheries indicates that catches are low and therefore the fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. Bycatch includes other commercial species including saithe and cod. Management measures include use of the Nordmøre sorting grid to reduce bycatch, quota, and effort restrictions. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed but the fishery is considered unlikely to cause serious and irreversible harm to habitats. But specific research on the impact of shrimp trawling in the Skagerrak and Norwegian Deep has not been conducted. General Notes This species plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored. References DNV GL, December 2021, Norway Skagerrak and Norwegian Deep cold water prawn Public Certification Report
Species and Location Northern prawn Pandalus borealis Western Greenland Fishery countries: Greenland	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is low due to the use of Nordmøre sorting grids and other management measures. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. Measures are in place to protect vulnerable marine ecosystems. General Notes This species plays an important role in the marine food web and so potential impacts on the wider marine ecosystem must be monitored. References Acoura Marine, August 2018, Public Certification Report for the West Greenland Coldwater prawn fishery
Species and Location Northern rock sole Lepidopsetta polyxystra Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands, Gulf of Alaska Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. Occasional interactions with marine mammals occur but impacts are thought likely to be low. Catches of other ETP species including, crabs, Pacific halibut and Pacific herring are low. Occasional bycatch of seabirds occurs. There are regulations in place to reduce seabird bycatch including gear restrictions. Only limited habitat impacts have been recorded. Management measures are in place to protect vulnerable habitats. General Notes *References* MRAG Americas, December 2020, BSAI and GOA flatfish MSC Re-assessment Public Certification Report
Species and Location Northern shortfin squid Illex illecebrosus NW Atlantic Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended NOAA FSSI 1.5 NOAA FSSI 0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 4
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have a significant direct impact on ETP species. Longfin inshore squid is caught as bycatch. Management measures are in place to minimize discards. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. Management measures are in place but data on habitat characteristics and gear interactions are lacking. General Notes References SCS Global, June 2020, U.S. Northeastern Coast Longfin Inshore Squid and Northern Shortfin Squid Bottom Trawl Fishery MSC Fishery Assessment Report
Species and Location Norway lobster Nephrops norvegicus Skagerrak and Kattegat Fishery countries: Denmark	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes This fishery may interact with sharks, skates, and rays. Use of more selective gear with a grid or larger meshed net and escape panel is encouraged to reduce bycatch. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Scampi or langoustine, Skagerrak and Kattegat (FU 3 & 4), Bottom trawl (otter)
Species and Location Norway lobster Nephrops norvegicus Skagerrak and Kattegat Fishery countries: Denmark	Production Methods Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. Bycatch is likely to be low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Scampi or langoustine, Skagerrak and Kattegat (FU 3 & 4), Pot, trap or creel
Species and Location Ocean shrimp Pandalus jordani Eastern Pacific - US Oregon, US Washington Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have significant impacts on ETP species. Bycatch in this fishery is considered low and vessels use bycatch reduction devices. Bottom trawls directly impact on the seabed. But vessels in the fishery have taken steps to reduce their habitat impact by using gear technology and areas closures are in place to protect vulnerable marine habitats. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Pacific cod Gadus macrocephalus Aleutian Islands Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Hook and line Longlines Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended NOAA FSSI 1.5 NOAA FSSI 0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 4
Environmental Notes There are risks to seabirds and marine mammals with this fishery, but there are mitigation measures in place. Bycatch varies by gear type, with longlines presenting a greater risk than pots. A number of species are caught as bycatch, with some management measures in place. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Pacific cod, Aleutian Islands, Hook & line (longline), Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Good Fish Guide - Pacific cod, Aleutian Islands, Pot, trap or creel, Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Seafood Watch, Pacific cod, United States (Alaska), Northwest / Northeast Pacific Ocean; Longlines, Pots, Bottom trawls; Marine Stewardship Council Certified BSAI and GOA Pacific cod
Species and Location Pacific cod Gadus macrocephalus Aleutian Islands Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 4 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended NOAA FSSI 1.5 NOAA FSSI 0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 4
Environmental Notes There are risks to seabirds and marine mammals with this fishery, but there are mitigation measures in place. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. However, management measures are in place. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Pacific cod, Aleutian Islands, Bottom trawl (otter), Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Seafood Watch, Pacific cod, United States (Alaska), Northwest / Northeast Pacific Ocean; Longlines, Pots, Bottom trawls; Marine Stewardship Council Certified BSAI and GOA Pacific cod
Species and Location Pacific cod Gadus macrocephalus Eastern Bering Sea Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Hook and line Longlines Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended NOAA FSSI 4 NOAA FSSI 0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 4
Environmental Notes There are risks to seabirds and marine mammals with this fishery, but there are mitigation measures in place. Bycatch for this fishery includes other fish, skates and sea birds, but there is insufficient data available to assess significance. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Pacific cod, Bering Sea, Hook & line (longline), Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Good Fish Guide - Pacific cod, Bering Sea, Pot, trap or creel, Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)
Species and Location Pacific cod Gadus macrocephalus Eastern Bering Sea Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended NOAA FSSI 4 NOAA FSSI 0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 4
Environmental Notes There are risks to seabirds and marine mammals with this fishery, but there are mitigation measures in place. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. Bottom trawls will directly impact the sea bed. However, management measures are in place. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Pacific cod, Bering Sea, Bottom trawl (otter), Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Seafood Watch, Pacific cod, United States (Alaska), Northwest & Northeast Pacific Ocean; Longlines, Pots, Bottom trawls; Marine Stewardship Council Certified BSAI and GOA Pacific cod
Species and Location Pacific cod Gadus macrocephalus Gulf of Alaska Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Bottom trawl Hook and line Longlines Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended NOAA FSSI 4 NOAA FSSI 0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 4
Environmental Notes There are risks to seabirds and marine mammals with this fishery, but there are mitigation measures in place. Bycatch is monitored. Seabird bycatch occurs at low levels. It does not appear to be having population-level impacts. Habitat impacts vary by gear type. Longline fisheries have much lower impact on habitats than bottom-towed gear such as trawls. However, if they are bottom longlines or are dragged across the seabed during fishing and hauling they can negatively impact on vulnerable species such as corals and sponges, which can be slow to recover. The impact of pots is thought to be small. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Pacific cod, Gulf of Alaska, Bottom trawl (otter), Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Good Fish Guide - Pacific cod, Gulf of Alaska, Hook & line (longline), Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Good Fish Guide - Pacific cod, Gulf of Alaska, Pot, trap or creel, Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)
Species and Location Pacific cod Gadus macrocephalus Western Bering Sea (Anadyr-Navarin; Karaginsky; North Eastern Sea of Okhotsk; North Kurils; Petropavlovsk-Komandor) Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes The fishery interacts with seabirds but measures are in place to minimize seabird bycatch. All bycatch species are recorded. The fishery is unlikely to hinder recovery of bycatch species. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Marine Certification LLC, October 2019, Western Bering Sea Pacific cod and Pacific halibut longline Public Certification Report
Species and Location Pacific cod Gadus macrocephalus Western Bering Sea (Anadyr-Navarin; Karaginsky; Petropavlovsk-Komandor) Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes The fishery interacts with seabirds but measures are in place to minimize seabird bycatch. All bycatch species are recorded. The fishery is unlikely to hinder recovery of bycatch species. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References United Certification Systems Limited, April 2022, KZB-herring JSC Western Bering Sea and East Kamchatka Pacific cod Public Certification Report
Species and Location Patagonian grenadier Macruronus magellanicus Argentine Fishery countries: Argentina	Production Methods Midwater trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes This fishery interacts with several seabirds, sharks and skates classified as ETP species. Bycatch is a concern for this fishery, but most caught species are managed under a quota system and there are management measures in place to limit the catch of juvenile fish. Midwater trawls are unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed, but the fishery operates with vessels that use both midwater trawls and bottom trawls on the same trip. Bottom trawls directly impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Patagonian scallop Zygochlamys patagonica Argentine Fishery countries: Argentina	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. However, management measures are in place, including the use of area closures to protect vulnerable habitats. General Notes References Organización Internacional Agropecuaria S.A. (OIA), September 2020, Public Certification Report Assessment against MSC Principles and Criteria for: Patagonian Scallop Bottom Otter Trawl Fishery in Argentine Sea
Species and Location Patagonian toothfish Dissostichus eleginoides Southern Indian Ocean - Heard Island and McDonald Islands Fishery countries: Australia	Production Methods Bottom trawl Longlines Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Interactions with seabirds, marine mammals, and sharks have been recorded and reported. The fishery has adopted measures to minimise interactions with seabirds and marine mammals. There are measures in place to prevent mortality of seabirds. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. Habitat impacts vary by gear type. Bottom trawls will directly impact the sea bed, while longlines and traps typically have lower impacts. Management measures are in place to reduce the impact of bottom trawls. General Notes References bio.inspecta, October 2022, Australia Heard Island and McDonald Islands toothfish & icefish fishery Public Certification Report
Species and Location Peruvian calico scallop Argopecten purpuratus Peru Fishery countries: Peru	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid
Environmental Notes No feed inputs are used to support farmed scallops. The larval phase of scallops may be transported away from farm sites. But, scallops are mostly farmed within their native range and pose little risk from escapes. Predator control methods used are low-impact and there is little risk of direct or accidental mortality of predators and other wildlife. There is no concern regarding pollution from nutrients or organic matter as no feed or nutrient fertilization inputs are used to support farmed scallops. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. References: Seafood Watch Recommended Eco-Certification for Peruvian Scallop, Aquaculture Stewardship Council Certified: Bivalve Standard
Species and Location Pike-perch Sander lucioperca Aral Sea, Caspian Sea, Kapshagay Reservoir, Lake Balkhash-Kazakstan, Lake Zaysan Fishery countries: Kazakhstan	Production Methods Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings Sustainability not rated
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Pike-perch Sander lucioperca Lake Peipsi Fishery countries: Estonia, Russia	Production Methods Seine nets Gillnets and entangling nets Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings Sustainability not rated
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Pink salmon Oncorhynchus gorbuscha Alaska - Annette Islands Reserve, Cook Inlet, Norton Sound, Prince William Sound, Southeast Alaska Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Purse seine Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes While encounters with marine mammals and birds have been documented in this fishery, the impact on ETP species is not thought to be significant. There is no risk of bycatch for this fishery. Catches of other salmon species are accounted for in the pink salmon management. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the benthic habitat. General Notes References MRAG Americas, April 2019, MSC 3rd Reassessment Report for Alaska Salmon Fishery SCS Global Services, 2022, MSC Fishery Assessment Report Annette Islands Reserve Salmon Fishery Public Certification Report
Species and Location Pink salmon Oncorhynchus gorbuscha Alaska - Cook Inlet, Prince William Sound, Southeast Alaska Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes While encounters with marine mammals and birds have been documented in this fishery, the impact on ETP species is not thought to be significant. There is no risk of bycatch for this fishery. Catches of other salmon species are accounted for in the pink salmon management. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the benthic habitat. General Notes References MRAG Americas, April 2019, MSC 3rd Reassessment Report for Alaska Salmon Fishery
Species and Location Pink salmon Oncorhynchus gorbuscha Alaska - Westward Alaska Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Purse seine Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes While encounters with marine mammals and birds have been documented in this fishery, the impact on ETP species is not thought to be significant. There is no risk of bycatch for this fishery. Catches of other salmon species are accounted for in the pink salmon management. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the benthic habitat. General Notes References MRAG Americas, April 2019, MSC 3rd Reassessment Report for Alaska Salmon Fishery
Species and Location Pink salmon Oncorhynchus gorbuscha Russia - East Kamchatka Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the benthic habitat. General Notes Catches of pink salmon generally comprise a small proportion of the total salmon harvest in the Kamchatka River fishery and are incidental to the catch of other species. References MRAG Americas, August 2023, Kamchatka River Salmon Fishery Public Comment Draft Report
Species and Location Pink salmon Oncorhynchus gorbuscha Russia - East Kamchatka, West Kamchatka Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes While interactions with marine mammals have been documented in this fishery, entanglement in fishing gear is unlikely, and the impact on ETP species is not thought to be significant. Overall, few ETP species are present in the fishery area. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. Salmon species account for the majority of the catch. No significant bycatch of seabirds has been observed but there is a risk that some entanglement of seabirds in the fishing gear may occur. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the benthic habitat. General Notes References MRAG Americas, July 2020 (amended October 2020), Karaginsky Bay Salmon Fisheries Kolkhoz im Bekereva, Ukinskij Liman, Belorechensk & Vyvenskoe, Public Certification Report MRAG Americas, July 2020, Karaginsky Bay Salmon Fisheries, Vostochny Bereg, Maksimovsky, Koryakmoreprodukt, Nachikinskoe & Severo Vostochnaya, Public Certification Report MRAG Americas, May 2018, Narody Severa Bolsheretsk Salmon Fisheries, Public Certification Report
Species and Location Pink salmon Oncorhynchus gorbuscha Russia - Iturup Island Sakhalin, West Kamchatka Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Purse seine Gillnets and entangling nets Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes While interactions with marine mammals have been documented in this fishery, entanglement in fishing gear is unlikely, and the impact on ETP species is not thought to be significant. Overall, few ETP species are present in the fishery area. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. Salmon species account for the majority of the catch. No significant bycatch of seabirds has been observed but there is a risk that some entanglement of seabirds in the fishing gear may occur. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the benthic habitat. General Notes References SCS Global, February 2021, Iturup Island Pink & Chum Salmon, MSC Fishery Assessment Report, Public Certification Report MRAG Americas, July 2020, West Kamchatka Salmon Fisheries, Zarya-Kolpakovsky Sobolevo, Public Certification Report MRAG Americas, May 2018, Narody Severa Bolsheretsk Salmon Fisheries, Public Certification Report
Species and Location Rainbow trout, Steelhead trout Oncorhynchus mykiss Denmark Fishery countries: Denmark	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid
Environmental Notes Rainbow trout require fishmeal and fish oil from marine feed sources in their diet. Concerns about the sustainability of feed inputs are relatively minor though they are not necessarily certified sustainable. Occasional outbreaks of disease occur. The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (DVFA) monitors and inspects all Danish fish farms and outlines procedures for the responses to disease outbreaks. Evidence suggests that negative impacts on water quality may be occurring as a result of the aquaculture industry, but impacts appear to have decreased over the past decade. General Notes The environmental impacts are addressed to some degree by certification. Some regions have included area-based approached to aquaculture in planning. References FishSource - salmon, Denmark
Species and Location Rainbow trout, Steelhead trout Oncorhynchus mykiss Denmark Fishery countries: Denmark	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes Rainbow trout require fishmeal and fish oil from marine feed sources in their diet. Concerns about the sustainability of feed inputs are relatively minor though they are not necessarily certified sustainable. Occasional outbreaks of disease occur. The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (DVFA) monitors and inspects all Danish fish farms and outlines procedures for the responses to disease outbreaks. Evidence suggests that negative impacts on water quality may be occurring as a result of the aquaculture industry, but impacts appear to have decreased over the past decade. General Notes Some product is certified to a non-GSSI recognised aquaculture certification standard. The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by organic certification. Some regions have included area-based approached to aquaculture in planning. References FishSource - salmon, Denmark
Species and Location Rainbow trout, Steelhead trout Oncorhynchus mykiss Italy Fishery countries: Italy	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes The environmental impacts are addressed to some degree by certification.
Species and Location Rainbow trout, Steelhead trout Oncorhynchus mykiss Italy Fishery countries: Italy	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings Sustainability not rated
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes This product is certified to a non-GSSI recognised aquaculture certification standard. The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by organic certification.
Species and Location Rainbow Trout, Steelhead Trout Oncorhynchus mykiss Norway Fishery countries: Norway	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid
Environmental Notes Rainbow trout require fishmeal and fish oil from marine feed sources in their diet. Rainbow trout are not native to Norway. There are concerns about the impact of farmed salmonid escapes and disease outbreaks on wild fish populations. On average, 44,000 rainbow trout were registered escaped from Norwegian fish farms per year from 2010 to 2018. The most common cause of escapes are holes in the net. Fish farmers in Norway are legally obliged to report escapes. Impacts on water quality depend on the farming method used. Production using open net cages and ponds results in the discharge of waste and nutrients directly into the surrounding water. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. References FishSource - salmon, Norway Føre, H.M. and Thorvaldsen, T., 2021, Causal analysis of escape of Atlantic salmon and rainbow trout from Norwegian fish farms during 2010–2018 - Aquaculture, Vol. 532, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aquaculture.2020.736002 Seafood Watch, Recommended Eco-Certifications for Rainbow trout, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Certified
Species and Location Rainbow trout, Steelhead trout Oncorhynchus mykiss Turkey Fishery countries: Turkey	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Trout have a high requirement for fish in their diet. Escapes are unlikely to have a significant impact on wild trout populations. Impacts on water quality depend on the farming method used. Production using open net cages and ponds results in the discharge of waste and nutrients directly into the surrounding water. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. References Good Fish Guide, Rainbow trout, Europe: Norway, Turkey, UK, Open net pen, marine, GLOBALG.A.P. Good Fish Guide, Rainbow trout, Europe: Norway, Turkey, UK, Pond, freshwater, GLOBALG.A.P.
Species and Location Rainbow trout, Steelhead trout Oncorhynchus mykiss Turkey Fishery countries: Turkey	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Red swamp crawfish Procambarus clarkii Chinese waters Fishery countries: China	Production Methods Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes There is a lack of information on interactions with ETP species in this fishery, but the introduced red swamp crawfish presents a risk to native crawfish species. Bycatch for this fishery is likely to be low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the benthic habitat, though cumulative impacts may occur. General Notes As an introduced species, the impacts of the fishery on native species and ecosystems need to be considered. References MRAG, July 2016, Red Swamp Chinese Crayfish Fishery Pre-assessment report
Species and Location Rock sole Lepidopsetta bilineata Gulf of Alaska Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. Occasional interactions with marine mammals occur but impacts are thought likely to be low. Catches of other ETP species including, crabs, Pacific halibut and Pacific herring are low. Occasional bycatch of seabirds occurs. There are regulations in place to reduce seabird bycatch including gear restrictions. Only limited habitat impacts have been recorded. Management measures are in place to protect vulnerable habitats. General Notes *References* MRAG Americas, December 2020, BSAI and GOA flatfish MSC Re-assessment Public Certification Report
Species and Location Saithe Pollachius virens Barents Sea Fishery countries: Faroe Islands, Germany, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, United Kingdom, Russia	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There are significant concerns about the cumulative impacts of the Barents Sea fishery upon the endangered species, golden redfish, which is currently classified as Vulnerable. Bycatch of Norwegian coastal cod is a concern. Management measures, including gear restrictions, are in place to limit bycatch. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. Management measures are in place to protect vulnerable marine ecosystems. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Coley, Northeast Arctic (Barents and Norwegian Sea), Bottom trawl (otter), Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)
Species and Location Saithe Pollachius virens Barents Sea Fishery countries: Norway	Production Methods Purse seine Seine nets Gillnets and entangling nets Hook and line	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Interactions with ETP species mainly occur in the gillnet and hook and line fleets but are thought unlikely to have a significant impact. There are no main bycatch species in this fishery. Measures are in place to minimize unwanted catch. Habitat impacts vary by gear type. Purse seine, line, and gillnet gears are unlikely to impact on the sea bed. There is potential for Danish seine gear to damage vulnerable marine ecosystems such as cold water coral reefs, sponge beds, and sea pens, but there is little overlap between the fishing area and these habitats. General Notes References DNV, December 2023, Public Certification Report, Norway North East Arctic Saithe
Species and Location Saithe Pollachius virens Barents Sea Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes There are significant concerns about the cumulative impacts of the Barents Sea fishery upon the endangered species, golden redfish, which is currently classified as Vulnerable. Bycatch of Norwegian coastal cod is a concern. Management measures, including gear restrictions, are in place to limit bycatch. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. Management measures are in place to protect vulnerable marine ecosystems. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Coley, Northeast Arctic (Barents and Norwegian Sea), Bottom trawl (otter), Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)
Species and Location Saithe Pollachius virens Icelandic waters Fishery countries: Iceland	Production Methods Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Bycatch of seabirds occurs in the longline fishery. Some mitigation measures are in place, but better monitoring is required. Multiple fish species are used as bait in the longline fishery. More information on the management of baitfish species is needed to assess their sustainability. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes As a mixed fishery, the effects of management measures on other species need to be considered within an ecosystem context. References Vottunarstofan Tún ehf., September 2019, ISF Iceland Multi-Species Demersal Fishery, Public Certification Report
Species and Location Saithe Pollachius virens North Sea, Skagerrak, west of Scotland and the Rockall Fishery countries: Denmark	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Interactions with marine mammals, sharks, skates and rays occasionally occur in this fishery. Bycatch of vulnerable species of skate is a risk. Mitigation measures are in place to reduce bycatch. Bycatch risks are moderate. Catch of Atlantic cod is a concern, but mitigation measures are in place. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Coley, North Sea, West of Scotland and Rockall, Skagerrak, Bottom trawl (otter)
Species and Location Saithe Pollachius virens North Sea, Skagerrak, west of Scotland and the Rockall Fishery countries: Denmark	Production Methods Seine nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes The fishery is considered unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. Low catches of sharks, skates and rays have been recorded in the Danish seine gear fishery. There are some concerns about bycatch in this fishery. This fishery is considered unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Control Union, October 2019, Public Certification Report – Principle 2, Joint demersal fisheries in the North Sea and adjacent waters
Species and Location Saithe Pollachius virens North Sea, Skagerrak, west of Scotland and the Rockall Fishery countries: Germany	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Bycatch of vulnerable species such as skate is a risk in this fishery. Mitigation measures are in place to reduce bycatch. Bycatch in the German fleet is considered low. Bycatch of Atlantic cod is a concern, but mitigation measures are in place. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Coley, North Sea, West of Scotland and Rockall, Skagerrak, Bottom trawl (otter)
Species and Location Saithe Pollachius virens North Sea, Skagerrak, west of Scotland and the Rockall Fishery countries: Norway	Production Methods Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Data show interactions with redfish, sharks, marine mammals, and seabirds. Some measures are in place to reduce interactions with ETP species. Overall, this fishery is considered unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on bycatch species. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References DNV GL, June 2018, Public Certification Report For The Reassessment of the Norway North Sea demersal fisheries
Species and Location Saithe Pollachius virens North Sea, Skagerrak, west of Scotland and the Rockall Fishery countries: United Kingdom, Norway	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Interactions with marine mammals, sharks, skates and rays occasionally occur in this fishery. Bycatch of vulnerable species of skate is a risk. Mitigation measures are in place to reduce bycatch. Bycatch risks are moderate. Catch of Atlantic cod is a concern, but mitigation measures are in place. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Coley, North Sea, West of Scotland and Rockall, Skagerrak, Bottom trawl (otter)
Species and Location Shallow-water Cape hake Merluccius capensis South Africa Fishery countries: South Africa	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Previous concerns over interactions with seabirds have been mitigated using bird scaring lines and a reduction in fishing effort. However, there is still a lack of knowledge regarding the extent of fishery interactions with some ETP species. There is bycatch for this fishery but there is a strategy in place for managing retained species. The estimated discard rate for the fishery is low. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed, however, this fishery is considered highly unlikely to have an irreversible impact on habitat structure and function. General Notes References LLoyd's Register, 2021, MSC Public Certification Report for South Africa Hake Trawl Fishery - Third Reassessment
Species and Location Skipjack tuna Katsuwonus pelamis Eastern Pacific Ocean Fishery countries: Ecuador, Nicaragua, Panama	Production Methods FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Good Alternative Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 4 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Catch of sharks is a concern. In addition, there are risks to sea turtles with this fishery, but management measures are in place. Bycatch is a risk in this fishery. The risk of bycatch in unassociated (FAD-free) purse seine fisheries is lower than in associated purse seine fisheries. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Skipjack tuna Katsuwonus pelamis Eastern Pacific Ocean Fishery countries: Ecuador	Production Methods FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Good Alternative Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 4 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Catch of sharks is a concern. In addition, there are risks to sea turtles with this fishery, but management measures are in place. Bycatch is a risk in this fishery. The risk of bycatch in unassociated (FAD-free) purse seine fisheries is lower than in associated purse seine fisheries. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fishery is part of the Eastern Pacific Ocean bigeye and skipjack tuna - purse seine (TUNACONS) FIP. References FisheryProgress - Eastern Pacific Ocean bigeye and skipjack tuna - purse seine (TUNACONS)
Species and Location Skipjack tuna Katsuwonus pelamis Eastern Pacific Ocean Fishery countries: Ecuador	Production Methods Associated purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 4 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Catch of sharks is a concern. In addition, there are risks to sea turtles with this fishery, but management measures are in place. Bycatch is a risk in this fishery. The risk of bycatch in associated purse seine fisheries is higher than in unassociated (FAD-free) purse seine fisheries. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Skipjack tuna Katsuwonus pelamis Indian Ocean Fishery countries: South Korea	Production Methods Associated purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There are risks to sea turtles with this fishery. Bycatch for this fishery includes other tuna, fin fishes, sharks and rays. Management measures are in place. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide, Skipjack tuna, Indian Ocean, Net (purse seine on aggregating devices or free-schooling fish) Seafood Watch, Skipjack tuna, Indian Ocean, Floating object purse seine (FAD)
Species and Location Skipjack tuna Katsuwonus pelamis Indian Ocean Fishery countries: France, Mauritius, Seychelles, Spain	Production Methods FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes This fishery uses FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine gear, which results in less bycatch than associated fisheries. However, purse seine gear still present a hazard to ETP species. Sharks, rays, and sea turtles can interact with the fishery but some measures are in place to minimise impacts. Bycatch of marine mammals and seabirds is thought to be low. This fishery uses FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine gear, which results in less bycatch than associated fisheries. However, bycatch is still a risk for this fishery. The main bycatch species groups are other tunas, billfishes, sharks, rays and fin fishes. There are some mitigation measures in place. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide, Skipjack tuna, Indian Ocean, Net (purse seine on aggregating devices or free-schooling fish)
Species and Location Skipjack tuna Katsuwonus pelamis Indian Ocean Fishery countries: Seychelles, Spain	Production Methods Purse seine FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine gear results in less bycatch than associated fisheries. However, purse seine gear still present a hazard to ETP species. Sharks, rays, and sea turtles can interact with the fishery but some measures are in place to minimise impacts. Bycatch of marine mammals and seabirds is thought to be low. FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine gear results in less bycatch than associated fisheries. However, bycatch is still a risk for this fishery. The main bycatch species groups are other tunas, billfishes, sharks, rays and fin fishes. There are some mitigation measures in place. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide, Skipjack tuna, Indian Ocean, Net (purse seine on aggregating devices or free-schooling fish)
Species and Location Skipjack tuna Katsuwonus pelamis Indian Ocean Fishery countries: Maldives	Production Methods Handlines and pole-lines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. There is some catch of yellowfin tuna but management measures are in place. The use of live baitfish is monitored and the Maldives has a livebait management plan. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Skipjack tuna, Indian Ocean: Certified fleets only (Maldives), Hook & line (pole & line)
Species and Location Skipjack tuna Katsuwonus pelamis Western and Central Pacific Ocean Fishery countries: Indonesia	Production Methods Handlines and pole-lines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. But the use of live fish for bait may affect baitfish populations. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Skipjack tuna, Western and Central Pacific, Hook & line (pole & line), Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)
Species and Location Skipjack tuna Katsuwonus pelamis Western and Central Pacific Ocean Fishery countries: Solomon Islands	Production Methods Handlines and pole-lines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. But the use of live fish for bait may affect baitfish populations. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Skipjack tuna, Western and Central Pacific, Hook & line (pole & line), Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)
Species and Location Skipjack tuna Katsuwonus pelamis Western and Central Pacific Ocean Fishery countries: Ecuador	Production Methods Associated purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There are risks to sharks, sea turtles, and marine mammals with this fishery, but there are mitigation measures in place. Bycatch is a risk in purse seine fisheries. The risk of bycatch in associated purse seine fisheries is higher than in unassociated (FAD-free) purse seine fisheries. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Skipjack tuna, Western and Central Pacific, Net (purse seine on aggregating devices or free-schooling fish)
Species and Location Skipjack tuna Katsuwonus pelamis Western and Central Pacific Ocean Fishery countries: Ecuador, Kiribati, South Korea, Panama, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam	Production Methods Purse seine FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Some product from FIP fisheries	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Good Alternative Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There are risks to sharks, sea turtles, and marine mammals with this fishery, but there are mitigation measures in place. Bycatch is a risk in purse seine fisheries. FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine gear result in less bycatch than associated fisheries. Bycatch for this fishery includes other tuna, billfishes and sharks. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References FisheryProgress - Western and Central Pacific Ocean skipjack & yellowfin tuna - purse seine (General Tuna Corporation) Good Fish Guide - Skipjack tuna, Western and Central Pacific, Net (purse seine on aggregating devices or free-schooling fish)
Species and Location Skipjack tuna Katsuwonus pelamis Western and Central Pacific Ocean Fishery countries: Kiribati, South Korea, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Nauru, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Taiwan, Tuvalu, Vanuatu	Production Methods FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Sharks, rays, marine mammals, sea turtles, and seabirds are identified as ETP species that may interact with this fishery. The rate of interactions recorded with these species are low and the fishery is thought to be unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. Measures are in place to minimise interactions. Bycatch is considered low for this fishery. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Acoura Marine Limited, March 2018, PNA Western and Central Pacific skipjack and yellowfin, unassociated / non FAD set, tuna purse seine fishery, Public Certification Report
Species and Location Skipjack tuna Katsuwonus pelamis Western and Central Pacific Ocean Fishery countries: Ecuador, El Salvador, Japan, Kiribati, South Korea, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Spain	Production Methods Purse seine FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes There are risks to sharks, sea turtles, and marine mammals with purse seine gear. But certified fleets have implemented additional mitigation measures to reduce impacts on ETP species. Bycatch is a risk in purse seine fisheries. FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine gear result in less bycatch than associated fisheries. Bycatch for this fishery includes other tuna, billfishes and sharks. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Skipjack tuna, Western and Central Pacific, Net (purse seine on aggregating devices or free-schooling fish), Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)
Species and Location Sockeye salmon Oncorhynchus nerka Alaska - Annette Islands Reserve Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Sockeye salmon Oncorhynchus nerka Alaska - Annette Islands Reserve Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Purse seine Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Interactions with marine mammals and seabirds occur infrequently. But this fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the benthic habitat. General Notes References SCS Global, October 2022, Annette Islands Reserve Salmon Fishery MSC Fishery Assessment Report
Species and Location Sockeye salmon Oncorhynchus nerka Alaska - Annette Islands Reserve Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Hook and line	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Interactions with marine mammals and seabirds occur infrequently. But this fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the benthic habitat. General Notes References SCS Global, October 2022, Annette Islands Reserve Salmon Fishery MSC Fishery Assessment Report
Species and Location Sockeye salmon Oncorhynchus nerka Alaska Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the benthic habitat. General Notes References MRAG Americas, April 2019, MSC Public Certification Report for the Alaska Salmon Fishery
Species and Location Sockeye salmon Oncorhynchus nerka Alaska Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Gillnets and entangling nets	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the benthic habitat. General Notes References MRAG Americas, April 2019, MSC Public Certification Report for the Alaska Salmon Fishery
Species and Location Sockeye salmon Oncorhynchus nerka Russia Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Seine nets Gillnets and entangling nets Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the benthic habitat. General Notes References MSC: Kolkhoz im. Bekereva-Ukinskij Liman & Belorechensk-Vyvenskoe Karaginsky Bay salmon fisheries MSC: Olyutorskiy Bay salmon MSC: VA-Delta Kamchatka salmon fisheries MRAG Americas, June 2018, MSC Public Certification Report for Olyutorskiy Bay Salmon Fisheries MRAG Americas, October 2020, MSC Public Certification Report for Karaginsky Bay Salmon Fisheries Kolkhoz im Bekereva, Ukinskij Liman, Belorechensk & Vyvenskoe MRAG Americas, June 2021, MSC Public Certification Report for VA-Delta Kamchatka Salmon Fisheries
Species and Location Sockeye salmon Oncorhynchus nerka Russia Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the benthic habitat. General Notes References MSC: Olyutorskiy Bay salmon MRAG Americas, June 2018, MSC Public Certification Report for Olyutorskiy Bay Salmon Fisheries
Species and Location Sockeye salmon Oncorhynchus nerka Russia Fishery countries: Russia	Production Methods Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the benthic habitat. General Notes References MSC: Ozernovsky RKZ No 55 West Kamchatka salmon fishery MRAG Americas, July 2020 MSC Public Certification Report for West Kamchatka Salmon Fishery Ozernovsky RKZ No 55
Species and Location Striped catfish Pangasianodon hypophthalmus Vietnam Fishery countries: Vietnam	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Small inputs of fishmeal and fishoil from marine feed sources are required. Feed inputs are not required to be certified as sustainable or responsibly sourced. Pangasius is native to the Mekong and therefore escaped fish are unlikely to have direct impacts on local ecosystems. However, the effects of disease on pangasius farms upon wild fish populations is unknown. Juveniles used in pangasius farming come from Vietnamese hatcheries and the trade of wild-caught broodstock is limited. Pollution from nutrients and organic matter occurs on a relatively small scale when compared to the wider nutrient load in the Mekong. Nevertheless, the cumulative input of effluent from pond water exchange and the disposal of pond sludge contributes to the region's pollution problem. The improper disposal of sludge waste from pond bottoms is especially problematic. Environmental issues are mitigated by the certification standards but discharge limits need improvement. Chemical inputs to Vietnamese pangasius culture are high and there are concerns about the use of antibiotics important to human health. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. The government requires pangasius farms to be managed under a zonal approach. References: FishSource - Pangasius, Vietnam Good Fish Guide - Basa (Pangasius bocourti & Pangasius hypophthalmus), Global, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Seafood Watch Recommended Eco-Certifications for farmed pangasius, Vietnam, Aquaculture Stewardship Council Certified
Species and Location Striped catfish Pangasius hypophthalmus Vietnam Fishery countries: Vietnam	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid
Environmental Notes Pangasius is an omnivore and as such is not heavily reliant on marine proteins and oils to form part of its diet, however the fish used to produce the feed is currently not certified as being responsibly managed or sustainable. The hyper-intensive production that occurs in Vietnam generates large volumes of effluent, and many farms are reportedly engaging in illegal dumping. Data on chemical use is not available, but there's evidence that it's very high and includes the use of antibiotics that are critically important to human health. General Notes This product is certified to a non-GSSI recognised aquaculture certification standard. The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. The Vietnamese government have introduced the VietGAP standard to serve as a bridge to lead Vietnamese pangasius enterprises and farmers to the certification of other internationally-recognised standards such as GLOBALG.A.P. and ASC. References FishSource - Pangasius, Vietnam Good Fish Guide, Basa; Asia, Vietnam, Mekong Delta; Open net pen, freshwater Seafood Watch, February 2014, Pangasius, Vietnam, Ponds, Updated June 2021 Seafood Watch Recommendation for Sutchi catfish, Worldwide, Ponds, Naturland Certified Standards for Organic Aquaculture (Tropical Freshwater Fishes)
Species and Location Striped catfish Pangasius hypophthalmus Vietnam Fishery countries: Vietnam	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes Pangasius is an omnivore and as such is not heavily reliant on marine proteins and oils to form part of its diet, however the fish used to produce the feed is currently not certified as being responsibly managed or sustainable. The hyper-intensive production that occurs in Vietnam generates large volumes of effluent, and many farms are reportedly engaging in illegal dumping. Data on chemical use is not available, but there's evidence that it's very high and includes the use of antibiotics that are critically important to human health. General Notes This product is certified to a non-GSSI recognised aquaculture certification standard. The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by organic certification. The Vietnamese government have introduced the VietGAP standard to serve as a bridge to lead Vietnamese pangasius enterprises and farmers to the certification of other internationally-recognised standards such as GLOBALG.A.P. and ASC. References FishSource - Pangasius, Vietnam Good Fish Guide, Basa; Asia, Vietnam, Mekong Delta; Open net pen, freshwater Seafood Watch, February 2014, Pangasius, Vietnam, Ponds, Updated June 2021
Species and Location Striped venus Chamelea gallina Veneto Fishery countries: Italy	Production Methods Dredge	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to have significant impacts on ETP species as the level of interactions is low. Bycatch species are caught in small volumes. The main bycatch species are crabs, which are usually released alive. Management controls are in place to minimise any habitat impacts caused by the fishery. General Notes References DNV GL, 2018, Public Certification Report for the Initial assessment of the Venetian Wild Harvested Striped Clam fishery
Species and Location Swordfish Xiphias gladius Indian Ocean Fishery countries: Sri Lanka	Production Methods Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There are risks to sharks, seabirds, sea turtles and marine mammals with this fishery. Some mitigation measures are in place for sharks, sea birds, and sea turtles. Bycatch is a risk for this fishery. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes This fishery is part of the Sri Lanka tuna and swordfish - longline FIP. References Good Fish Guide - Swordfish, Indian Ocean, Hook & line (longline)
Species and Location Swordfish Xiphias gladius Indian Ocean Fishery countries: Reunion	Production Methods Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Interactions with sharks, sea turtles, rays, and marine mammals have been recorded. Impacts are not likely to be significant but there is some uncertainty around the degree to which the fishery may affect loggerhead and leatherback turtles. Bycatch is a risk for this fishery. Few measures are in place to mitigate bycatch of sharks. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Control Union, July 2022, Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Public Certification Report Reunion Island swordfish longline fishery Good Fish Guide - Swordfish, Indian Ocean, Hook & line (longline)
Species and Location Swordfish Xiphias gladius North Atlantic Fishery countries: Portugal	Production Methods Hook and line	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes Profile not yet complete. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Swordfish Xiphias gladius South Atlantic Fishery countries: Senegal	Production Methods Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 4 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes The catch of sea turtles, seabirds, and sharks is a major concern. There are some measures in place to reduce bycatch impacts, but they do not follow recommended best practices. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide, Swordfish, South Atlantic, Hook & line (longline)
Species and Location Whelk Buccinum undatum European shelf Fishery countries: France	Production Methods Pots and traps	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings Sustainability not rated
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant risk of bycatch and the survival of discards is likely to be high. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Whiteleg shrimp Penaeus vannamei Ecuador Fishery countries: Ecuador	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Fishmeal and fish oil from marine feed sources are used but semi-intensive production systems use limited amounts of feed meaning that the feed footprint is low. Disease transfer between farmed and wild prawns is a concern but impacts do not appear to be significant. Farms are prone to flooding, which increases the risk of escape events occurring, but escape prevention measures are used. Shrimp farmed in Ecuador are raised from hatchery-raised native broodstock, therefore lowering the risk to wild shrimp populations of competition or genetic interactions. The low stocking densities of whiteleg shrimp allow for minimal inputs of chemicals and antibiotics. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. The government has adopted a farm-based approach to aquaculture regulations and licensing. References: FishSource - shrimp, Ecuador Good Fish Guide - King prawn, South America: Ecuador, Honduras, Pond, semi-intensive Good Fish Guide - King prawn, Global, Pond, freshwater, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Seafood Watch, March 2021, Whiteleg shrimp, Ecuador, Semi-intensive Ponds
Species and Location Whiteleg shrimp Penaeus vannamei Ecuador Fishery countries: Ecuador	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Fishmeal and fish oil from marine feed sources are used but semi-intensive production systems use limited amounts of feed meaning that the feed footprint is low. Disease transfer between farmed and wild prawns is a concern but impacts do not appear to be significant. Farms are prone to flooding, which increases the risk of escape events occurring, but escape prevention measures are used. Shrimp farmed in Ecuador are raised from hatchery-raised native broodstock, therefore lowering the risk to wild shrimp populations of competition or genetic interactions. The low stocking densities of whiteleg shrimp allow for minimal inputs of chemicals and antibiotics. General Notes This product is certified to a non-GSSI recognised aquaculture certification standard. The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by organic certification. The government has adopted a farm-based approach to aquaculture regulations and licensing. References: FishSource - shrimp, Ecuador Good Fish Guide - King prawn, South America: Ecuador, Honduras, Pond, semi-intensive Good Fish Guide - King prawn, South America: Ecuador, Honduras, Pond, semi-intensive, EU Organic Seafood Watch, March 2021, Whiteleg shrimp, Ecuador, Semi-intensive Ponds
Species and Location Whiteleg shrimp Penaeus vannamei Ecuador Fishery countries: Ecuador	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Good Alternative Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Fishmeal and fish oil from marine feed sources are used. The sustainability of feed inputs is unknown. Disease transfer between farmed and wild prawns is a concern but infrequent water exchange on whiteleg shrimp farms moderates the risk. Information on escapes is limited. Shrimp farmed in Ecuador are raised from hatchery-raised native broodstock, therefore lowering the risk to wild shrimp populations if interbreeding does occur, however, interbreeding may still result in reduced genetic fitness. Pollution from nutrients and organic matter, as well as chemical inputs, may affect local water quality. Impacts on water quality vary depending on farm practices including the frequency of waste discharge from ponds. General Notes The government has adopted a farm-based approach to aquaculture regulations and licensing. References FishSource - Shrimp, Ecuador Good Fish Guide - King prawn, South America: Ecuador, Honduras, Pond, semi-intensive Seafood Watch, March 2021, Whiteleg shrimp, Ecuador, Semi-intensive Ponds
Species and Location Whiteleg shrimp Penaeus vannamei Honduras Fishery countries: Honduras	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes The use of wild fish in Honduran shrimp feed inputs is low. Disease transfer between farmed and wild prawns is a concern for the region but the low stocking densities used in Honduras help to reduce the risk of outbreaks. Information on escapes from shrimp farms is limited. Whiteleg shrimp are native to Honduras, therefore lowering the environmental risk from escapes, however there is still potential for interbreeding with wild shrimp populations to result in reduced genetic fitness. Feed and chemical inputs are limited, thereby reducing the risk of impacts on local water quality. Impacts vary depending on farm practices including the frequency of waste discharge from ponds. Some farms have been found to exceed regulatory limits for waste discharge. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. References: FishSource - shrimp, Honduras Good Fish Guide - King prawn, South America: Ecuador and Honduras, Pond, semi-intensive Good Fish Guide - King prawn, Global, Pond, freshwater, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Seafood Watch, July 2015, Farmed Whiteleg Shrimp, Honduras, Ponds Seafood Watch, Whiteleg shrimp, Worldwide, Aquaculture Stewardship Council Certified Shrimp Standard
Species and Location Whiteleg shrimp Penaeus vannamei Honduras Fishery countries: Honduras	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in an AIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes The use of wild fish in Honduran shrimp feed inputs is low. Disease transfer between farmed and wild prawns is a concern for the region but the low stocking densities used in Honduras help to reduce the risk of outbreaks. Information on escapes from shrimp farms is limited. Whiteleg shrimp are native to Honduras, therefore lowering the environmental risk from escapes, however there is still potential for interbreeding with wild shrimp populations to result in reduced genetic fitness. Feed and chemical inputs are limited, thereby reducing the risk of impacts on local water quality. Impacts vary depending on farm practices including the frequency of waste discharge from ponds. Some farms have been found to exceed regulatory limits for waste discharge. General Notes This product is certified to a non-GSSI recognised aquaculture certification standard. The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by organic certification. References: FishSource - shrimp, Honduras Good Fish Guide - King prawn, South America: Ecuador and Honduras, Pond, semi-intensive Good Fish Guide - King prawn, South America: Ecuador, Honduras, Pond, semi-intensive, EU Organic Seafood Watch, July 2015, Farmed Whiteleg Shrimp, Honduras, Ponds
Species and Location Whiteleg shrimp Penaeus vannamei India Fishery countries: India	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Fishmeal and fish oil from marine feed sources are used. Certification criteria encourage the use of responsibly sourced marine products in feed. But there is little transparency on the ingredients used in feed across the sector. Disease transfer between farmed and wild prawns is a concern but infrequent water exchange on whiteleg shrimp farms moderates the risk. Whiteleg shrimp are not native to India and there is potential for ecological impacts from escapes but there is no evidence of the species becoming established in the wild. Pollution from nutrients and organic matter, as well as chemical inputs, may affect local water quality. Waste discharge from whiteleg shrimp ponds is typically limited to once per production cycle. The use of antibiotics important to human health and continued use of illegal antibiotics is a concern. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. The aquaculture industry is currently managed under a farm-based approach. Shrimp farms are managed by the Coastal Aquaculture Authority through the Coastal Aquaculture Authority (CAA) Act and Guidelines, which acknowledge the importance of zonal management. References FishSource - Shrimp, India Good Fish Guide - King prawn, Asia: Vietnam, India and Indonesia, Pond, semi-intensive and intensive Good Fish Guide - King prawn, Global, Pond, freshwater, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Seafood Watch, October 2021, Whiteleg Shrimp, Giant Tiger Prawn, India, Ponds Seafood Watch, Whiteleg shrimp, Worldwide, Aquaculture Stewardship Council Certified Shrimp Standard
Species and Location Whiteleg shrimp Penaeus vannamei Indonesia Fishery countries: Indonesia	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Fishmeal and fish oil from marine feed sources are used. Certification criteria encourage the use of responsibly sourced marine products in feed. But there is little transparency on the ingredients used in feed across the sector. Disease transfer between farmed and wild prawns is a concern. Whiteleg shrimp are not native to Indonesia and there is potential for ecological impacts from escapes but there is no evidence of the species becoming established in the wild. Pollution from nutrients and organic matter, as well as chemical inputs, may affect local water quality and cumulative impacts across a region may occur. The use of antibiotics important to human health and continued use of illegal antibiotics is a concern. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. Legislation on zonal planning that is relevant to aquaculture does exist. The government has produced a coastal and marine spatial plan that identifies multiple aquaculture zones. References: FishSource - Shrimp, Indonesia Good Fish Guide - King prawn, Asia: Vietnam, India and Indonesia, Pond, semi-intensive and intensive Good Fish Guide - King prawn, Global, Pond, freshwater, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Seafood Watch, December 2015, Giant Tiger Prawn, Whiteleg Shrimp, Indonesia, Ponds Seafood Watch, Whiteleg shrimp, Worldwide, Aquaculture Stewardship Council Certified Shrimp Standard
Species and Location Whiteleg shrimp Penaeus vannamei Panama Fishery countries: Panama	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Information specific to marine feed ingredients used in production in Panama was not found. Certification criteria encourage the use of responsibly sourced marine products in feed. But there is little transparency on the ingredients used in feed across the sector. Information about impacts on wild species in Panama was not found. Potential concerns include disease transfer between farmed and wild prawns and ecological impacts from escapes. No information on chemical use and water quality impacts in Panama is available. Chemicals and antibiotics are widely used in shrimp production. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. References Good Fish Guide - King prawn, Global, Pond, freshwater, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Seafood Watch, Whiteleg shrimp, Worldwide, Aquaculture Stewardship Council Certified Shrimp Standard
Species and Location Whiteleg shrimp Penaeus vannamei Venezuela Fishery countries: Venezuela	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Information specific to marine feed ingredients used in production in Venezuela was not found. Certification criteria encourage the use of responsibly sourced marine products in feed. But there is little transparency on the ingredients used in feed across the sector. Information about impacts on wild species in Venezuela was not found. Potential concerns include disease transfer between farmed and wild prawns and ecological impacts from escapes. No information on chemical use and water quality impacts in Venezuela is available. Chemicals and antibiotics are widely used in shrimp production. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. References Good Fish Guide - King prawn, Global, Pond, freshwater, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Seafood Watch, Whiteleg shrimp, Worldwide, Aquaculture Stewardship Council Certified Shrimp Standard
Species and Location Whiteleg shrimp Penaeus vannamei Vietnam Fishery countries: Vietnam	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Fishmeal and fish oil from marine feed sources are used. Certification criteria encourage the use of responsibly sourced marine products in feed. But there is little transparency on the ingredients used in feed across the sector. Disease transfer between farmed and wild prawns is a concern but infrequent water exchange on whiteleg shrimp farms moderates this risk. Whiteleg shrimp are not native to Vietnam and there is potential for ecological impacts from escape but there is no evidence of the species becoming established in the wild. Pollution from nutrients and organic matter, as well as chemical inputs, may affect local water quality. Intensive shrimp farms with higher nutrient inputs produce more waste and are associated with greater concerns around pollution. The use of antimicrobials important to human health and evidence of continued use of illegal antimicrobials is a concern. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. The aquaculture industry is currently managed under a farm-based approach References: FishSource - Shrimp, Vietnam Good Fish Guide - King prawn, Asia: Vietnam, India and Indonesia, Pond, semi-intensive and intensive Good Fish Guide - King prawn, Global, Pond, freshwater, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Seafood Watch, January 2023, Whiteleg Shrimp, Giant Tiger Prawn, Vietnam, Ponds Seafood Watch, Whiteleg shrimp, Worldwide, Aquaculture Stewardship Council Certified Shrimp Standard
Species and Location Whiteleg shrimp Penaeus vannamei Vietnam Fishery countries: Vietnam	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Fishmeal and fish oil from marine feed sources are used. Certification criteria encourage the use of responsibly sourced marine products in feed. But there is little transparency on the ingredients used in feed across the sector. Disease transfer between farmed and wild prawns is a concern but infrequent water exchange on whiteleg shrimp farms moderates this risk. Whiteleg shrimp are not native to Vietnam and there is potential for ecological impacts from escape but there is no evidence of the species becoming established in the wild. Pollution from nutrients and organic matter, as well as chemical inputs, may affect local water quality. Intensive shrimp farms with higher nutrient inputs produce more waste and are associated with greater concerns around pollution. The use of antimicrobials important to human health and evidence of continued use of illegal antimicrobials is a concern. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. The aquaculture industry is currently managed under a farm-based approach References: FishSource - Shrimp, Vietnam Good Fish Guide - King prawn, Asia: Vietnam, India and Indonesia, Pond, semi-intensive and intensive Good Fish Guide - King prawn, Global, Global Seafood Alliance Best Aquaculture Practices (GAA BAP) 2* and 3* Seafood Watch, January 2023, Whiteleg Shrimp, Giant Tiger Prawn, Vietnam, Ponds Seafood Watch, Whiteleg shrimp, Worldwide, Global Aquaculture Alliance Certified BAP Standard: Finfish and Crustacean Farms (2, 3, 4-star)
Species and Location Whiting Merlangius merlangus Southern Celtic Seas and western English Channel Fishery countries: France	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Avoid 5 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Bycatch of ETP species is a risk for this fishery but there is insufficient information to fully assess the level of risk. Bycatch is a risk for this fishery. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. General Notes As a mixed fishery, the effects of management measures on other species need to be considered within an ecosystem context. References Good Fish Guide - Whiting, Celtic Seas (Southern), English Channel (West): all areas, Bottom trawl (otter)
Species and Location Whiting Merlangius merlangus North Sea and Eastern English Channel Fishery countries: France	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Bycatch may include vulnerable species of skates and rays and North Sea cod. Bycatch is a risk in this fishery, but there is insufficient data available to assess significance. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Whiting, North Sea, English Channel (East), Bottom trawl (otter)
Species and Location Yellowfin sole Limanda aspera Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands Fishery countries: United States	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended NOAA FSSI 4 NOAA FSSI 0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 4
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. General Notes References MRAG Americas, 2015, MSC Public Certification Report for Bering Sea-Aleutian Islands Alaska Flatfish Fishery
Species and Location Yellowtail amberjack Seriola lalandi Netherlands Fishery countries: Netherlands	Production Methods Farmed	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes Farmed Seriola is a net consumer of fish protein rather than a net producer. Feed from marine fish sources are used, which are not necessarily sustainable. Production using a recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) is separated from the surrounding environment. Therefore, escapes and disease transfer to wild populations are not a concern. Hatcheries are used to supply farms with juveniles so wild stocks of Seriola are not affected. Chemical impacts on surrounding environments are not a concern due to the closed nature of RAS. Wastewater is treated before it is discharged. General Notes The environmental impacts described are addressed to some degree by certification. References Good Fish Guide - Kingfish, Netherlands, Closed system, RAS, Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) and Global Seafood Alliance Best Aquaculture Practices (GAA BAP) 2*
Species and Location Yellowfin tuna Thunnus albacares Atlantic Ocean Fishery countries: Spain	Production Methods FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes This fishery uses FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine gear, which results in less bycatch than associated fisheries. However, purse seine gear still present a hazard to ETP species. Sharks, rays, marine mammals, and sea turtles are identified as ETP species that interact with this fishery. But the rate of interactions is low and a relatively high percentage of animals are released alive. Bycatch is considered low for this fishery. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Bureau Veritas, June 2021, ANABAC Atlantic Unassociated Purse Seine Yellowfin Tuna Fishery, Public Certification Report
Species and Location Yellowfin tuna Thunnus albacares Atlantic Fishery countries: Suriname	Production Methods Hook and line	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes There are risks to seabirds, sea turtles, marine mammals and sharks with this fishery. Bycatch of billfishes is a risk. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.
Species and Location Yellowfin tuna Thunnus albacares Atlantic Fishery countries: Suriname	Production Methods Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Not certified or in a FIP	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 3 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There are risks to seabirds, sea turtles, marine mammals and sharks with this fishery. There are some mitigation measures in place for seabirds, sea turtles and sharks, but no specific management measures for marine mammals. Bycatch of billfishes is a risk. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Yellowfin tuna, Atlantic, Hook & line (longline)
Species and Location Yellowfin tuna Thunnus albacares Atlantic Ocean Fishery countries: Panama, Spain	Production Methods Purse seine FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes There are risks to sharks, rays, sea turtles, and marine mammals with purse seine gear. But certified fleets have implemented additional mitigation measures to reduce impacts on ETP species. Further information is needed to understand the relative contribution of the fishery to ETP species mortality. Bycatch is a risk in purse seine fisheries. FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine gear result in less bycatch than associated fisheries. Bycatch for this fishery includes other tuna, billfishes and sharks. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Acoura Marine Ltd, July 2022, AGAC four oceans Integral Purse Seine Tropical Tuna Fishery (Atlantic Ocean), Public Certification Report
Species and Location Yellowfin tuna Thunnus albacares Eastern Pacific Ocean Fishery countries: Ecuador, Panama, Spain	Production Methods Purse seine FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement
Environmental Notes There are risks to sharks, rays, and sea turtles with purse seine gear. But certified fleets have implemented additional mitigation measures to reduce impacts on ETP species. Further information is needed to understand the relative contribution of the fishery to ETP species mortality. Bycatch is a risk in purse seine fisheries. FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine gear result in less bycatch than associated fisheries. Bycatch for this fishery includes other tuna, billfishes and sharks. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References LRQA, December 2021, AGAC four oceans Integral Purse Seine Tropical Tuna Fishery (Eastern Pacific Ocean), Public Certification Report
Species and Location Yellowfin tuna Thunnus albacares Eastern Pacific Ocean Fishery countries: Ecuador, Panama, United States	Production Methods Purse seine FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There are risks to sharks, rays, and sea turtles with purse seine gear. But certified fleets have implemented additional mitigation measures to reduce impacts on ETP species. Further information is needed to understand the relative contribution of the fishery to ETP species mortality. Bycatch is a risk in purse seine fisheries. FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine gear result in less bycatch than associated fisheries. Bycatch for this fishery includes other tuna, billfishes and sharks. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References SCS Global, July 2022, Eastern Pacific Ocean tropical tuna - purse seine (TUNACONS) fishery, MSC Fishery Assessment Report, Public Certification Report
Species and Location Yellowfin tuna Thunnus albacares Eastern Pacific Ocean Fishery countries: French Polynesia	Production Methods Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There are risks to sharks and sea turtles with longline gear. Regional management measures including the use of circle hooks are implemented to reduce impacts. Bycatch for this fishery includes other tuna, billfishes and sharks. All sharks are considered ETP species in French Polynesia. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References ME Certification, June 2018, Public Certification Report, French Polynesia albacore and yellowfin longline fishery
Species and Location Yellowfin tuna Thunnus albacares Indian Ocean Fishery countries: Maldives	Production Methods Hook and line Handlines and pole-lines	Certification or Improvement Project Some product from FIP fisheries	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Avoid Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Think 4 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Interactions with ETP species are generally low, although some bycatch of sharks can occur. Bycatch for this fishery is considered low. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Fishery Progress - Maldives yellowfin tuna - handline Good Fish Guide - Yellowfin tuna, Indian Ocean: All areas, Hook & line (handline)
Species and Location Yellowfin tuna Thunnus albacares Western and Central Pacific Ocean Fishery countries: South Korea	Production Methods FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery uses FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine gear, which results in less bycatch than associated fisheries. However, purse seine gear still present a hazard to ETP species. Sharks, turtles, and marine mammals can interact with the fishery but measures are in place to minimise impacts. This fishery uses FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine gear, which results in less bycatch than associated fisheries. However, bycatch is still a risk for this fishery. Measures are in place to monitor and reduce bycatch. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Yellowfin tuna, Western and Central Pacific: Certified fleets only, Net (purse seine on aggregating devices or free-schooling fish), Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)
Species and Location Yellowfin tuna Thunnus albacares Western and Central Pacific Ocean Fishery countries: China, Taiwan, United States	Production Methods Purse seine FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes There are risks to sharks, rays, and marine mammals with purse seine gear but measures are in place to minimise impacts. Bycatch is a risk in purse seine fisheries. FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine gear result in less bycatch than associated fisheries. Measures are in place to monitor and reduce bycatch. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Yellowfin tuna, Western and Central Pacific: Certified fleets only, Net (purse seine on aggregating devices or free-schooling fish), Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)
Species and Location Yellowfin tuna Thunnus albacares Western and Central Pacific Ocean Fishery countries: China, Micronesia	Production Methods Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes There are risks to sea turtles, sharks, and sea birds with this fishery. Data on interactions is limited but there is increased monitoring underway in certified fleets. The main bycatch species in this fishery include other tuna species. The source fishery for Indian oil sardine used as baitfish in this fishery is not known, but the relatively low quantities used suggest that the fishery is unlikely to impact on the fish stock. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Control Union Pesca Ltd, March 2019, Public Certification Report, SZLC CSFC & FZLC FSM EEZ Longline Yellowfin and Bigeye Tuna Fishery (Bigeye UoA) Good Fish Guide - Yellowfin tuna, Western and Central Pacific, Hook & line (longline), Marine Stewardship Council
Species and Location Yellowfin tuna Thunnus albacares Western and Central Pacific Ocean Fishery countries: South Korea	Production Methods Longlines	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes There are risks to sea turtles, sharks, and sea birds with this fishery. Data on interactions is limited but there is increased monitoring underway in certified fleets. The main bycatch species in this fishery include billfish and other tuna species. Although the main bycatch stocks are not overfished they are in decline and at risk of overfishing. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Control Union, June 2020, MSC Public Certification Report for Pan Pacific yellowfin, bigeye and albacore tuna longline fishery Good Fish Guide - Yellowfin tuna, Western and Central Pacific, Hook & line (longline), Marine Stewardship Council
Species and Location Yellowfin tuna Thunnus albacares Western and Central Pacific Ocean Fishery countries: Indonesia	Production Methods Handlines and pole-lines	Certification or Improvement Project Some product from FIP fisheries	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Needs Improvement FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Best Choice Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch is considered low for this fishery. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References FisheryProgress - FIP: Indonesia Western and Central Pacific Ocean yellowfin tuna - pole & line
Species and Location Yellowfin tuna Thunnus albacares Western and Central Pacific Ocean Fishery countries: Philippines	Production Methods Handlines and pole-lines	Certification or Improvement Project Some product from FIP fisheries	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Best Choice Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5 Ocean Wise Recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes This fishery is unlikely to impact ETP species. Bycatch is considered low for this fishery. But concerns have been raised about bycatch species used as baitfish. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References FisheryProgress - Philippines yellowfin tuna - handline
Species and Location Yellowfin tuna Thunnus albacares Western and Central Pacific Ocean Fishery countries: Spain	Production Methods Purse seine FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Good Fish Guide Best Choice 2 Good Fish Guide Best Choice 1 Best Choice 2 Think 3 Think 4 Improver 5 Avoid 5
Environmental Notes There are risks to sharks, rays, and sea turtles with purse seine gear. But certified fleets have implemented additional mitigation measures to reduce impacts on ETP species. Further information is needed to understand the relative contribution of the fishery to ETP species mortality. Bycatch is a risk in purse seine fisheries. FAD-free (unassociated) purse seine gear result in less bycatch than associated fisheries. Bycatch for this fishery includes other tuna, billfishes and sharks. This fishery is unlikely to have a significant impact on the sea bed. General Notes References Good Fish Guide - Yellowfin tuna, Western and Central Pacific: Certified fleets only, Net (purse seine on aggregating devices or free-schooling fish), Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) LRQA, March 2022, AGAC four oceans Integral Purse Seine Tropical Tuna Fishery (Western and Central Pacific Ocean), Public Certification Report
Species and Location Yellowtail flounder Limanda ferruginea Newfoundland Grand Banks Fishery countries: Canada	Production Methods Bottom trawl	Certification or Improvement Project Certified	Sustainability Ratings FishSource Well Managed FishSource Well Managed Managed Needs Improvement Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Seafood Watch Eco-Certification Recommended Best Choice Good Alternative Avoid Ocean Wise Not recommended Ocean Wise Recommended Not recommended
Environmental Notes Effects of this fishery on ETP species have not been reported. A number of sharks, rays and skates are classified as at risk on the IUCN Red List for the Northwest Atlantic. Some management measures for sharks are in place. Bycatch for this fishery includes cod and American plaice. Bottom trawls will directly impact on the sea bed. General Notes No additional notes.

Migros Group

Number of Fisheries

Number of Certified Fisheries

Number of Fisheries in a FIP

Number of Farmed Sources

Number of Certified Farmed Sources*

Number of Fisheries

225

Number of Certified Fisheries

146

Number of Fisheries in a FIP

13

Number of Farmed Sources

68

Number of Certified Farmed Sources*

51

Production Methods Used

Summary

Associated Fisheries

Species and Location

Production Methods

Certification or Improvement Project

Sustainability Ratings

Notes

Species and Location

Alaska plaice

Pleuronectes quadrituberculatus

Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands

Fishery countries:

Production Methods

Certification or Improvement Project

Certified

Sustainability Ratings

FishSource

FishSource

Seafood Watch

Seafood Watch

Ocean Wise

Ocean Wise

NOAA FSSI

NOAA FSSI

Environmental Notes

General Notes

Species and Location

Alaska pollock

Gadus chalcogrammus

Aleutian Islands, E Bering Sea

Fishery countries:

Production Methods

Certification or Improvement Project

Certified

Sustainability Ratings

FishSource

FishSource

Seafood Watch

Seafood Watch

Good Fish Guide

Good Fish Guide

Ocean Wise

Ocean Wise

NOAA FSSI

NOAA FSSI

Environmental Notes

General Notes

Species and Location

Alaska pollock

Gadus chalcogrammus

Gulf of Alaska

Fishery countries:

Production Methods

Certification or Improvement Project

Certified

Sustainability Ratings

FishSource

FishSource

Seafood Watch

Seafood Watch

Good Fish Guide

Good Fish Guide

Ocean Wise