ASC Feed Standard

Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) is an independent, not-for-profit organization that operates a voluntary, independent third-party certification and labelling program based on scientifically robust standards.

The ASC Feed Standard promotes responsible aquaculture feed production through traceability, transparency, and continuous environmental and social improvement throughout the feed supply chain.

Disclosures

Principle 1: Environment and Operations 
Disclosure ASC Indicator Facility
Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Report (2026) 1.21.5  Buhl
Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Report (2025) 1.21.5  Angleton 

Principle 2: Responsible Ingredient Sourcing
Disclosure ASC Indicator  Facility 
Supplier Code of Conduct (2026) 2.1.2  Corporate 
Ingredients & Primary Raw Material Origins Report (2026) 2.2.3  Buhl 
Ingredients & Primary Raw Material Origins Report (2025) 2.2.3  Angleton 
Due Diligence & Pathways Report (2026) 2.2.10 / 5.1.12  Buhl 
Due Diligence & Pathways Report (2025) 2.2.10 / 5.1.12  Angleton 
Sectoral/Fishery Assessment Summary Report (2026) 2.2.11 / 5.1.13  Buhl 
Sectoral/Fishery Assessment Summary Report (2025) 2.2.11 / 5.1.13  Angleton 

Principle 4: Marine Ingredient Sustainability 
Disclosure ASC Indicator Facility
Majority Sustainability Level & Marine Ingredients Report (2026) 4.1.7 / 4.1.8  Buhl 
Majority Sustainability Level & Marine Ingredients Report (2025) 4.1.7 / 4.1.8  Angleton 

Principle 5: Deforestation & Conversion-Free Supply Chains
Disclosure ASC Indicator Facility
Commitment to D/C-Free Supply Chains (2026) 5.1.2  Corporate 
Action Plan to Achieve D/C-Free Supply Chains (2026) 5.1.7  Corporate 
Annual Progress Report Against D/C Action Plan (2026) 5.1.11  Corporate 

Additional Resources
 

Our facilities in Buhl, ID and Angleton, TX have been officially certified by Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC). This transition reflects the continued evolution of the aquaculture industry and our commitment to responsible sourcing, environmental stewardship, and ethical business practices.

ASC certified feed manufacturers contribute to the global effort to reduce deforestation and land conversion by means of a public commitment, followed by a public action plan, to transition towards deforestation and conversion free supply chains.

Our work toward ASC certification complements our broader Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, which emphasizes sustainability, transparency, and positive social impact throughout our operations. As we progress through the certification process, we remain focused on upholding these values and will share relevant updates and documentation in accordance with ASC guidelines.