The estimated retail value of seafood products bearing the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) logo is estimated around US$1.4 billion annually. According to the MSC, these numbers, based on extrapolation of half-year figures, confirm a continued trend of steady year-on-year growth at around US$0.4 billion.
"This is good news for fishing communities, the ocean and consumers," said Rupert Howes, Chief Executive of the MSC. "The information I have seen so far suggests that sustainability is here to stay with research and retail results pointing to consumers not compromising on their values, even as times become more challenging."
MSC-labelled products are currently available in 42 countries.