Whitefish sustainability reaches major milestone

New Zealand hoki

Source: Marine Stewardship Council

More than three-quarters of the world’s whitefish catch is now certified as sustainable by the Marine Stewardship Council, according to the newly released 2025 Sustainable Whitefish Yearbook

This marks a significant achievement for the global seafood industry and highlights the impact of decades-long commitments to responsible fishing.

Currently, over 60 whitefish species, from pollock and cod to lesser-known varieties like pikeperch and sablefish, carry the MSC label. 

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