Skretting Japan’s Imari Plant is the country’s first ASC-certified feed mill, meaning a game-changing moment for Japan’s seafood farming sector.

Located in Saga Prefecture, Kyushu, Skretting’s Imari Plant produces feed for species including freshwater trout, salmon, seabass, seabream, meagre, seriola, cobia, and tropical marine finfish.

Gihyeon Park, general manager at Skretting Japan, said that “obtaining ASC Feed Certification embodies our purpose of ‘Feeding the Future’ in a sustainable and responsible manner. It not only reinforces our commitment to continuous improvement but also marks a significant milestone for Japan’s aquaculture industry. This certification is not a final goal but the beginning of a more sustainable future.”

“We take great pride in the team that made this achievement possible and believe that this milestone will serve as a catalyst for the development of Japan’s seafood farming industry, helping Japanese seafood align more closely with global standards,” said Park.