The Largest Fishery is Sustainable and Peruvian
PERU Saturday, December 13, 2025, 00:00 (GMT + 9)
The recent recognition by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC IP) of the improvement program for Peru's artisanal giant squid or pota fishery represents a turning point for the national fishing sector Admission to the MSC, the world's most recognized sustainable fishing certification, opens the route towards an international seal that guarantees good practices, traceability, and environmental responsibility. Behind this achievement is the Peruvian Chamber of Giant Squid (CAPECAL), which, by coordinating efforts among the industry, artisanal fishing, and the State, groups the 21 main processing and exporting companies of the resource. FULL STORY