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Have your say: how the ASC Farm Standard can enhance the protection of the rights of Indigenous people in seafood farming
Aquaculture and Indigenous people Unfortunately, seafood farming has not always been conducted with due respect for Indigenous peoples’ rights. In some places, seafood farming, especially that in marine areas, such as salmon farming, is seen as a violation of traditional territories, and a threat to customary activities such as wild capture fisheries and clam collection. […]
Protecting the rights of Indigenous people
How the ASC Farm Standard can enhance the protection of the rights of Indigenous People in seafood farming The International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples is celebrated on August 9. This day is intended to raise awareness about the rights of Indigenous peoples and their protection and originates from the date of the first […]
From farm to table: a visit to one of the biggest pangasius farms in the Mekong Delta
By Dennis Wittmann, General Manager DACH Region. We at ASC deal in responsibly farmed seafood, but most of us do so from behind our desks. I recently had the opportunity to step outside of the office and visit an ASC-certified pangasius farm in Vietnam. I was thrilled to experience responsible farming practices firsthand and see […]
Everything You Need to Know about Cooking Shrimp
“I love shrimp but have no idea how to cook them, help!” We hear you – shrimps are delicious as a quick mid-week dinner or a luxurious date night treat, but they can feel intimidating to cook. In this blog we’re answering all your shrimp questions, so you can feel confident cooking and enjoying shrimp […]
Four Easy Changes for an Environmentally Sustainable Diet
Did you know that food production is one of the largest contributors to environmental change? It actually accounts for a third of the greenhouse gases emitted globally. This means that we as individuals can play our part in reducing climate change through the food we choose to eat. The most common recommendation for reducing our […]
Farmed Seafood or Wild? How do you choose?
We want to make the best food choices for ourselves and our families, but how do we figure out what those best choices are? And if we want to protect the environment and promote sustainability through our purchases, it can be even more challenging. Is the right choice for the planet the healthiest choice for […]
The ASC label on seafood: what does it mean?
You may have seen our green label on seafood packaging in your local supermarket. But what choice are you actually making when you buy ASC labelled seafood? In this blog, we’re delving into what the label means for seafood lovers, the standards we set for the farms who are part of our programme, and why […]
How ASC certified seafood is helping to stop deforestation
We all want to make environmentally responsible decisions when it comes to our diets. The more information we have, the better equipped we are to make these decisions. So here’s a fact that may be news to you: up to 80% of your farmed fish’s climate footprint comes from its feed. Fish feed for the […]
What are Omega 3s, and should they be part of my diet?
Are you getting enough Omega 3s in your diet? Most seafood lovers will have heard this term before, but might not know why Omega 3s are important to their health. It’s actually pretty simple! Let’s take a look at what Omega 3s are, why you need them, and how to ensure you’re getting enough. What […]
Our reflection on a successful Seafood Expo Global 2023
As the world’s largest seafood trade fair, the Seafood Expo Global is a key moment in the year for us at ASC to meet our supporters – supply chain companies, brands, retailers and NGOs alike – in-person, as well as explore new opportunities with new contacts and promote responsible seafood farming through panel discussions and […]