The MSC in numbers
19.3%
of marine wild catch is engaged with the MSC program (certified, in assessment, suspended, and in-transition)
716
fisheries are engaged in the MSC program
95%
of MSC certified fisheries have made improvements to their fishing practices
Did You Know? Seafood is Planet Friendly!
Many studies have found that seafood, especially wild-caught seafood, can have a much lower carbon footprint than land-based proteins like beef and pork, and even eggs or chicken.
Overfishing explained
Overfishing is a global problem that threatens ocean wildlife, livelihoods, and seafood supplies. The good news is that overfishing can be stopped. Find out how.
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What is sustainable fishing?
While companies and organizations around the world have different definitions of sustainable fishing, the MSC definition is widely accepted across borders, among fishery experts, scientists, researchers, governmental bodies, and environmental NGOs.
What does the MSC blue fish label mean?
The little blue fish provides assurance that the seafood you chose came from a certified sustainable fishery.