What is MSC Certification for sustainable fisheries?
The certification for fisheries is a voluntary and strict process, conducted by an accredited certifying body, independent from the fishery itself and from governmental organizations. The process includes a pre-assessment to evaluate if the fishery complies with the Principles and Criteria set by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) to certify sustainable fisheries. If the assessment is successful, the products to be certified can carry an eco-label after completing a traceability audit (Chain of Custody Certification). MSC aims to keep fisheries productive, with higher profitability, while preserving their ecological and environmental integrity for all mankind interest.
