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According to the ASC, this agreement marks a significant milestone in the transformation to responsible seafood farming, strengthening international collaboration and driving sustainable growth within South Korea’s seafood farming sector.
During the signing ceremony, ASC chief executive officer Chris Ninnes emphasised the global relevance of this partnership, “This is an important step forward in strengthening international partnerships and advancing responsible seafood farming practices that benefit fish, farm, people and planet. Together, we are setting a new standard for the future of Korea’s seafood sector through environmental and social responsibility.”
NIFS president Choi Yong-seok said in a press release, “With the fisheries industry undergoing rapid changes due to climate change and other factors, this MoU serves as a starting point for transitioning to eco-friendly aquaculture. We hope that this collaboration with the ASC will present a standard model for sustainable aquaculture and strengthen the export competitiveness of Korean farmed seafood."
The agreement aligns with the missions of both organisations to promote responsible seafood farming, support biodiversity, benefit communities and meet the growing global demand for sustainably farmed seafood.
The ASC and NIFS will collaborate on a range of initiatives aimed at advancing sustainable aquaculture practices. A key focus of the partnership is the development of innovative farming technologies for seaweed, shellfish, and fish - which are vital to meeting growing global demand for responsibly sourced seafood.
The agreement also aims to strengthen collaboration between South Korean and international aquaculture experts through regular information exchange and joint research efforts. In addition, the two organizations will work together to create ecosystem-based certification technologies that support responsible farming practices.
By combining scientific expertise and sustainability standards, the partnership seeks to improve aquaculture conditions in ways that benefit both the environment and the long-term viability of the seafood industry.
