FishWise

FishWise has been collecting information about seafood and associated risks for 20+ years. Our teams know data: how to get it, how to manage it, and more importantly, what you can learn from it. By harnessing the power of data, we’re empowering companies to make more responsible choices and drive positive change for the oceans. Together we can create a future where seafood is a force for good. 🌍 Learn more about us at: https://lnkd.in/ebUgaR5J #SustainableSeafood #DataForGood #OceanConservation #ImpactThroughData #Sustainability #EcoInnovation #NonprofitTech #EnvironmentalStewardship

As we close out 2024, we want to express our gratitude for your continued support and partnership. Check out our 2024 highlights from the link below! ➡️ ➡️ ➡️ https://zc.vg/ABNBy?m=0

🔍 Sustainable Seafood: Data-Driven Approaches to Social Responsibility 🔍 What data is needed to address labor risks? How can it be collected and used effectively? Our latest report, “Sustainable Seafood: Data-Driven Approaches to Social Responsibility,” provides insights into these critical questions, offering a framework to better understand and address risks through: 📋 Key Data Elements (KDEs): Data points like time spent at sea and vessel ownership details to uncover hidden risks. 🤝 Supplier Engagement: Enhancing supply chain transparency and incorporating worker-informed practices to better assess risks. ⚖️ Policy Integration: Aligning industry practices with regulations like SIMP and ILO 188 to reinforce supply chain accountability. 📖 Dive into the findings to see how data-driven approaches can support more responsible seafood supply chains: https://lnkd.in/ecdH-CZt #IUUFishing #SeafoodSustainability #HumanRights #DataDrivenSolutions

With support from Ocean Outcomes, Sajo Industries Co Ltd became the first South Korean seafood company to conduct a Social Responsibility Assessment (SRA) in their supply chain! Read more about the issues they are tackling and their strategy, outcomes, and goals moving forward in our new case study on RISE ➡️ ➡️ ➡️   https://lnkd.in/eGCiYa_H

📣 🐟 New Report Alert 🐟 📣 The seafood industry faces urgent challenges: illegal fishing, human rights abuses, and navigating the complex web of data required to address these issues. In our latest report, “Sustainable Seafood: Data-Driven Approaches to Social Responsibility,” we explore how product-based traceability systems and due diligence efforts can help uncover and mitigate labor risks. Key Takeaways: ➡️ Leverage Key Data Elements (KDEs), such as vessel names and ownership details, to identify risks of forced labor and IUU fishing. ➡️ Combine KDEs with due diligence efforts, like supplier engagement and worker-informed practices, for a more holistic approach. ➡️ Foster collaboration among businesses, governments, and NGOs to drive meaningful change. 🔗 Read the full report to discover a pragmatic framework for leveraging data to address seafood challenges: https://lnkd.in/ecdH-CZt Let’s turn data into action. 💡 #SeafoodSustainability #SocialResponsibility #Traceability #LaborRights

Climate protection starts in the ocean. 🌊 🌱 Marine and coastal ecosystems such as mangroves and seagrass meadows are true climate heroes: they store huge amounts of carbon while providing food and income for millions of people. Unfortunately, they are disappearing worldwide at an alarming rate. Today, on #OceanActionDay at #COP29, we are calling for coastal and marine ecosystems to finally be given greater consideration in international climate protection plans. 🚨The ocean is our most valuable nature-based solution in the fight against the climate crisis, but it is still being sidelined. This COP must be where that finally changes. “Protecting and restoring marine ecosystems must be a core part of climate action”, says Steve Trent, CEO and Founder of the Environmental Justice Foundation. Ocean and climate action go hand in hand. 🤝 Close cooperation between global agreements such as the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (#UNFCCC) and the UN Ocean Conference (#UNOC) is therefore urgently needed. Read our latest press release: https://lnkd.in/e57mcfMN The Wildlife Trusts Stop Finning Deutschland e.V. Whale and Dolphin Conservation The Manta Trust Mundus maris Gambá - Grupo Ambientalista da Bahia SeaLegacy Ocean. Now! KYMA sea conservation & research Gesellschaft zur Rettung der Delphine e.V. Rare Oceanic Global Gallifrey Foundation Coral Reef Alliance Okeanos Foundation for the Sea FishWise Living Oceans Society Galapagos Conservation Trust Fair Carbon Climate-Smart Institute

FishWise is pleased to see NOAA Fisheries’ recent release of recommendations for the U.S. Seafood Import Monitoring Program (SIMP). Many of the themes raised by stakeholders in our Common Ground and Reimagining SIMP workshops, including the need for pre-entry product screening, are reflected in the plan. This shift will help enhance SIMP’s detection and deterrence efforts, contributing to more transparent and responsible seafood supply chains. We look forward to continued discussions and seeing the details of the upcoming proposed rule. Learn more about NOAA’s action plan here: https://lnkd.in/eKYpNfbD

This year, Blue Ocean Mariculture hosted Sea Pact's Annual Meeting on the beautiful shores of Hawaii! Sea Pact members and advisors worked collaboratively over three days to advance a more sustainable, resilient seafood industry. Meeting highlights included: 🌱 Strategic Planning: Yes, strategic planning was a highlight! Members and advisors participated in thought-provoking sessions that led to goal-setting, and adoption of concrete actions and measures for Sea Pact's sustainability priorities and mission. In the coming months, Sea Pact will share our new 5 year strategic plan and deepening members' collaborative efforts. Stay tuned! 🐟 On The Water: Participants were treated to a behind the scenes view of Blue Ocean Mariculture's operation - the US's first Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC)certified finfish farm - visiting the farm, hatchery, and facilities while also enjoying delicious, local seafood meals. 💡 Engaging Innovators: Leading North American aquaculture innovators and experts, including Symbrosia , Ocean Era, Ocean Strategies, Inc. and NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration presented on responsible aquaculture efforts and topics during the meeting. We left Hawaii reenergized with a renewed commitment to make a meaningful impact on seafood sustainability, and we are looking forward to sharing more soon. A huge mahalo to the entire Blue Ocean Mariculture team for accommodating us, and to everyone who joined and supported Sea Pact’s mission! Acme Smoked Fish Corp Blue Ocean Mariculture Euclid Fish Company Fortune Fish & Gourmet Ipswich Shellfish Group Inland Foods J.J. McDonnell & Co Inc North Atlantic Seafood Seacore Seafood Seattle Fish Company & Lombardi Brothers Meats Santa Monica Seafood FishWise Ocean Outcomes Hamish Walker

We are excited to share Culimer USA LLC's newly published Seafood Procurement Policy. This policy commits to holistic sustainability by taking a due diligence approach and communicating expectations with suppliers to align with international standards for environment, and human and labor rights. ⬇ ⬇ ⬇ https://lnkd.in/eYazTjWD

FishWise is your partner in change. We help create strategy and walk with you through implementation and education to achieve a positive impact on your seafood business and the global oceans. Visit https://lnkd.in/gM85E4pM to learn more.