Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Awards

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The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Awards recognize and promote sustainable fishing practices and responsible seafood sourcing. The MSC is a global nonprofit organization that works to improve the way our oceans are fished through its Fisheries Standard and Chain of Custody Standard. By awarding certifications, the MSC incentivizes fisheries to adopt sustainable practices, ensuring that seafood is sourced without threatening the long-term health of fish populations or damaging marine ecosystems. The MSC certification process involves rigorous assessments against three core principles: maintaining healthy fish stocks, minimizing environmental impacts, and ensuring effective fisheries management. Certified fisheries are audited annually to ensure ongoing compliance. The MSC blue fish label serves as a trusted indicator of sustainably sourced seafood, enabling consumers to make informed choices. This recognition supports not only the health of marine ecosystems but also the livelihoods of communities dependent on fishing, promoting a more sustainable seafood industry globally.