18 Feed Mills Achieve ASC Feed Certification in 2025
Stepping Towards Responsible Aquaculture
The global momentum for the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Feed Certification is gaining traction as leading industry players intensify their focus on responsible feed production. From January to mid-July 2025, 18 feed mills spanning 12 countries have successfully achieved certification under the ASC Feed Standard, marking a significant stride towards positive change in seafood farming practices.
Global Representation
The certified mills hail from diverse regions, including Norway, Japan, Ecuador, the UK, Australia, Canada, Chile, Vietnam, Spain, Italy, Honduras, and Costa Rica. These frontrunners in the aquaculture sector are opting for ASC Feed Certification to promote more sustainable aquafeed production.
Pins mark the location of feed mills globally within the ASC Feed Certification Programme – certified or in initial audit.
A Milestone for New Countries
This recent wave of certifications has also marked ‘firsts’ for three nations, notably Australia, Japan, and Italy, where all certified feed mills belong to the Skretting group. The achievements underscore a transformative shift in the aquaculture industry.
Commitment to Sustainability
ASC-certified feed producers are actively addressing environmental and social impacts within their supply chains, focusing on various factors from the responsible sourcing of ingredients like soy and fishmeal to fair labor practices.
As Aisla Jones, Feed Engagement & UK Markets Manager at ASC, stated:
“By choosing ASC Feed Certification and adhering to the stringent environmental and social requirements of the ASC Feed Standard, these feed companies instigate meaningful changes and foster full-chain responsibility. We extend our congratulations to all recently certified feed mills and eagerly anticipate the positive ramifications for the industry.”
Recent Certifications
Here are the feed mills that have achieved certification between January and mid-July 2025:
- Skretting – Canada, Spain, Norway, Japan, Italy, Australia
- Cargill – Norway, Chile, the UK (Scotland), Ecuador
- BioMar – Costa Rica, Norway
- Salmones Antártica Feed – Chile
- Nosan – Japan
- Grobest – Vietnam
- Nutreco – Vietnam
- CP Vietnam Corporation – Vietnam
- Vitapro – Honduras
The Future of Aquaculture
The message is clear: the future of farmed seafood must be founded on responsible feed. These feed companies are paving the way for positive change.
This brings the total number of certified feed mills to 35 across 14 countries worldwide. For more information, you can explore the comprehensive list of certified mills on the ‘Find a Feed Mill’ webpage.
Final Note on Compliance
ASC-certified farms are required to ensure that by 31 October 2025, they utilize ASC conforming feed from certified mills to maintain their certification against the ASC Farm Standard.
About the ASC Feed Standard
The ASC Feed Standard aims to revolutionize the narrative around responsible aquafeed by promoting a holistic approach.
It enforces strict requirements for aquafeed production, ensuring compliance with social and labor rights, health and safety protocols, environmental stewardship, and responsible sourcing of raw materials. This comprehensive strategy considers the impacts across all primary ingredient groups, including major agricultural crops like wheat, corn, and canola, alongside crucial marine ingredients.
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