International Seafood Sustainability Foundation

What to Watch at WCPFC 2026

In addition to setting a timeline for the transition to biodegradable fish aggregating devices, as ISSF called for in a recent Pacific Island Times op-ed, W...

When the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC) meets November 30–December 5 in Port Vila, Vanuatu, its members can make tuna management more predictable and reduce the impact of tuna fishing on other species.

Alongside a decision on phasing in biodeg...

Tuna Sustainability in Focus: Milan and Paris Market Forums

ISSF’s October market forums in Milan and Paris explored tuna sustainability progress, remaining challenges, and practical transparency and accountability tools.

Contributions from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), Sustainable Fisheries Partnership, and the Institut de recherche pour le développement (IRD)...

Setting a Course for Biodegradable FADs in the Pacific

Research and trials with fishers have helped make biodegradable fish aggregating devices (FADs) a practical option for tuna fleets.

In a Pacific Island Times op-ed, ISSF’s Holly Koehler and Dr. Gala Moreno urge the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC) to set a transition timeline this D...

From Scientific Advice to Action: ISSF Priorities for ICCAT

Setting catch limits is only part of effective fisheries management. When Atlantic tuna fisheries managers meet November 16–23, they must also ensure those limits are followed and strengthen monitoring and bycatch protections. Our latest blog explores the decisions needed at ICCAT’s annual meeting to...