Sustainability
Alaska Seafood is
Sustainable Seafood
Alaska is the only state with sustainable fishing written directly into the state constitution
In Alaska, seafood is responsibly managed utilizing a world-leading science-based approach to help fish stocks, communities, and entire ecosystems thrive. This long-term commitment ensures a reliable supply of wild seafood for markets around the world, including the Middle East, North Africa, and West Africa. Sustainable seafood is the most environmentally efficient source of protein on the planet.
Alaska's 5 Pillars of Sustainability
Wild seafood is one of Alaska’s most valuable natural resources, and the state goes to exceptional lengths to protect its continued abundance. Sustainability is embedded in daily practice, from fishermen and processors to scientists, regulators, and coastal communities, and supports both local livelihoods and long-standing cultural traditions. Independent certification programs such as CSI and MSC further underpin Alaska’s commitment to responsible, sustainable fisheries.
Alaska’s five pillars of sustainability highlight the rigorous work that ensures wild, responsibly harvested Alaska seafood reaches markets and professional kitchens around the world, including the Middle East, North Africa, and West Africa.
Families &
Communities
Alaska’s fishing families are the heart and soul of Alaska’s seafood industry, handing down fishing practices from generation to generation and believing passionately in the importance of sustainability.
Social
Responsibility
In Alaska, not only do we protect the fish and the ecosystem, but the people that participate in the fisheries as well. Fishing supports generations of Alaska’s coastal communities. Responsible harvest practices sustain local economies, preserve cultural traditions, and reinforce long-term stewardship.
Fisheries
Management
Alaska represents the gold standard for fisheries management around the world, utilizing a science-based precautionary approach built to adapt to ecosystem changes. Annual stock assessments, conservative harvest limits, and seasonal controls protect long-term stock health. Alaska safeguards marine environments through careful monitoring, minimal-impact fishing methods, and ecosystem-based management designed to maintain balance across species and habitats.
Full Utilization of
the Resource
Alaska prioritizes efficient use of every catch. Processing and by-product recovery reduce waste, maximize value, and support sustainable use of marine resources.
Certification &
Traceability
Alaska’s major fisheries are certified through programs such as CSI (Certified Seafood International) and the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC). These standards verify responsible management and ensure full chain-of-custody traceability for global buyers.
Ready to Discover Alaska Seafood?
Alaska’s cold, expansive waters are home to a wide range of wild species, from salmon and whitefish to crab and shellfish, each offering distinctive flavor, texture, and culinary versatility for professional kitchens across the region.