WHAT MAKES OUR TUNA SUSTAINABLE?
SPECIES & ORIGINS
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Moalia tuna is responsibly line-caught using sustainable fishing practices. We offer two species: Yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares) and Bigeye tuna (Thunnus obesus), sourced from the waters of Sri Lanka, the Maldives, and the Philippines. According to the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC), populations of both species remain above the biomass levels needed to achieve maximum sustainable yield over the long term, and current fishing mortality rates are below thresholds that would compromise sustainability. This conclusion is echoed by other authoritative sources. The FAO’s report on the “General Situation of World Fish Stocks” does not classify either species as over-exploited or depleted.
FISHING METHOD
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The fishing technique used by our suppliers is artisanal pole-and-line. The gear consists of a rigid pole measuring 2 to 3 meters and a strong, short line equipped with a feathered jig and a barbless hook, operated by a fisherman standing on a platform along the rear of the vessel, commonly known as a bait boat. This method is considered one of the most sustainable, as it virtually eliminates bycatch of non-target species such as sharks, turtles, and dolphins.
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Fishchoice and Global Tuna Alliance
The FishChoice program advises hundreds of businesses through its partnership network, helping transform the marketplace toward environmentally responsible fisheries and aquaculture operations. Moalia is the first fresh tuna importer in the European Union to commit and enroll as a FishChoice supplier member. Since 2017, through the FishChoice program, Moalia has committed to transparency by sharing sourcing details and ratings for all products offered, ensuring exceptional product quality while upholding a strong commitment to ocean health. The Global Tuna Alliance is recognized for its efforts to combat overfishing and promote improved stock management in the Indian Ocean. Moalia has taken a major step forward by joining the Global Tuna Alliance, becoming the first company in Spain and the first specializing in fresh tuna to partner with this influential organization. This alliance reinforces Moalia’s commitment to sustainability and responsible fishing, and highlights its leadership in protecting tuna stocks through improved global fisheries management and environmental stewardship.
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https://fishchoice.com/business/moalia
https://www.globaltunaalliance.com/market-statements/
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