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The MSC in numbers

19%

of marine wild catch engaged with the MSC program (certified or in assessment)

2,000

improvements made by MSC certified fisheries by the end of March 2022

95%

of certified fisheries have made improvements in practice

What does the MSC blue fish label mean?

The little blue fish provides assurance that the seafood you chose came from a certified sustainable fishery.

Where to buy MSC certified seafood

Find certified sustainable seafood with the blue fish label at grocery stores and restaurants near you.

Seafood is vital for healthy food systems

Did you know that fish and seafood are important contributors to food security?
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Learn More About the MSC

Frequently Asked Questions

As people learn more about the sustainable seafood movement, we’re asked more and more questions. Here, we’ve shared some commonly asked questions about the Marine Stewardship Council and the larger world of sustainable seafood.

How is the MSC funded?

The MSC is fortunate to benefit from the generous support of donors who share our mission and vision. We also receive funds when our partners choose to use the blue MSC label as a mark of the sustainability of their products.

Stories From the Water

Over the last 25 years, we’ve worked hard to make sure the oceans are fished sustainably, but we haven’t been doing it alone. The best way to understand the impact of the MSC is from those directly involved in the program. Hear from the passionate people taking care of our ocean in the stories below.