South Georgia toothfish once again ranked among MSC's top rated fisheries in third recertification
SEAFOODNEWS.COM [SCOM] September 16, 2014
South Georgia's toothfish fishery is once again among the Marine Stewardship Council's most highly rated fisheries according to its third recertification assessment.
During the MSC's five-yearly recertification assessment the South Georgia Patagonian toothfish fishery earned a 96 out of 100 against the Council's three principles. This makes the fishery one of the world’s highest scoring against MSC standards.
“We are delighted that the toothfish fishery has been recertified and the excellent scores attained reflect the efforts made by the Government of South Georgia & the South Sandwich Islands (GSGSSI)," said Dr Martin Collins OBE. "Its scientific consultants and fishing industry to ensure the fishery is managed sustainably. South Georgia is a unique environment and the GSGSSI will continue in its efforts to improve all aspects of the fishery...
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