Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) is proud to Announce that Loch Fyne has Achieved Certification

Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) is proud to announce that Loch Fyne has achieved ASC certification for its oyster farming operations on Scotland’s west coast. From the end of October, customers will be able to enjoy Loch Fyne ASC certified oysters – combining over four decades of Scottish shellfish expertise with the highest standards of responsible aquaculture.

Since 1978, Loch Fyne has been cultivating oysters renowned for their exceptional flavor and quality. By earning ASC certification, the business is demonstrating its commitment to building its heritage with a new endorsement: every oyster meets the world’s most rigorous standard for responsible aquaculture.

ASC certification offers assurance that Loch Fyne oysters are produced with respect for the environment, local communities and wildlife, with full transparency throughout the supply chain. By choosing Loch Fyne ASC-certified oysters, consumers are supporting aquaculture that safeguards ecosystems and helps secure the future of responsibly produced seafood.

Lief Hendrikz, ASC Market Development Manager UK and Ireland, said, “We are delighted to see ASC-certified oysters on supermarket shelves. Loch Fyne has a proud legacy of Scottish shellfish farming, and this certification is a powerful step in the transformation towards responsible seafood farming. By choosing ASC-certified oysters, customers can enjoy outstanding seafood while supporting aquaculture that protects fish, farms, planet, and people. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with Loch Fyne as they set the standard for responsible oyster farming in the UK.” 

This launch underscores Loch Fyne’s commitment to sustainable sourcing and offers customers a new opportunity to enjoy premium Scottish seafood with complete confidence.

Beth Clark, Business Development Director at Loch Fyne, said, “We are proud to be leading the way with ASC certification. Our team has been growing oysters on Loch Fyne for over 45 years, and this step ensures that the heritage and quality we are known for also comes with the strongest sustainability endorsement available. Customers can now enjoy our oysters knowing they are making a more positive choice for the environment.”

About Loch Fyne Oysters Ltd.

Founded on the shores of Loch Fyne on the west coast of Scotland, Loch Fyne Oysters Ltd. is a world-renowned producer of premium Scottish seafood, committed to sustainable aquaculture and responsible sourcing. Established in 1978, the company has grown from a small oyster farm into a leading name in oysters, smoked salmon, and other seafood delicacies enjoyed across the globe.

With a deep respect for the natural environment and a passion for exceptional flavour, Loch Fyne Oysters combines traditional methods with modern best practices to deliver products that reflect the purity and provenance of Scotland’s waters. The company supplies leading restaurants, retailers, and customers worldwide, while maintaining a proud local heritage rooted in craftsmanship, sustainability, and community.

For more information, visit www.lochfyne.com or follow @LochFyneOysters on social media.

About the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC)

ASC drives the world’s leading farmed seafood certification programme, accelerating progress towards environmental sustainability and social responsibility.  

Our vision is a world where aquaculture plays a major role in supplying food and social benefits for humanity whilst minimising negative impacts on the environment.  

The Standard is Changing… for fish, farm, planet and people.   

The ASC Farm Standard addresses all key impacts of seafood farming, setting the standard for the industry globally and providing the highest assurance, integrity and transparency throughout the supply chain. 

Our standards ensure that seafood with the ASC label has been farmed with care. 

Choose ASC for Change.