First U.S. Clam Fishery Achieves Sustainability Certification
MSC Certificate Awarded based on Independent SCS Global Services’ Assessment
Dec 15, 2016 8:30 AM ET
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The Atlantic Surfclam and Ocean Quahog fishery has become the first clam fishery in the U.S. to achieve certification to the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Fisheries Standard. The MSC’s science-based standard is the world’s most credible and recognized standard for environmentally sustainable wild-caught seafood. The detailed sustainability assessment of the fishery was carried out by the independent, accredited certification body, SCS Global Services, and included...
