Did you know that the United States is recognized as a global leader in sustainable seafood? This includes both wild-caught and farmed.
Did you know that the United States is recognized as a global leader in sustainable seafood? This includes both wild-caught and farmed. U.S. fishermen and fish farmers operate under some of the most robust and transparent environmental standards in the world.
The recipe for sustainable seafood includes strong science, responsive management, and enforced compliance. This National Seafood Month, learn how we work to:
Advance and export sustainable management practices internationally
Establish and maintain a level playing field for our fishermen and fish farmers
Maintain confidence in U.S. seafood products and access to the global marketplace
Visit FishWatch—the nation's database for sustainable seafood—to get up-to-date information on the science, status, and management of U.S. seafood.
Continue reading at NOAA Fisheries.
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