Well Managed Fishery
"By achieving this certification, the Oregon pink shrimp fishery has been formally recognized as a well-managed fishery working to protect Oregon's marine habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations," said Roy Elicker, Director of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, which oversees operations of the fishery. "We applaud the efforts our state's pink shrimp fishermen in achieving this well-deserved honor for Oregon."
"This really is a milestone event," said MSC Chief Executive Rupert Howes. "By demonstrating its sustainable practices through MSC certification, Oregon's pink shrimp fishery is making it possible for consumers to make the best environmental choice in shrimp".
The sustainability certification comes on the heels of a successful pink shrimp season that resulted in more than 20 million pounds of pink shrimp landed by the fleet, and sold at $0.47 per pound the highest price the commodity has enjoyed in eight years.
Oregon's pink shrimp fishery has achieved a very important
milestone in sustainability that will bring international attention
to our state," said Governor Ted Kulongoski.