US Virginia Eastern oyster - cages, dredge and tongs (FIP)

Last Updated: 2024-07-15
Progress Rating: A
Evaluation Start Date: 2021-03-21
Type: Comprehensive

Status: Active

FIP Lead: Virginia Seafood Council (VSC), MRAG Americas (MA)

Comments:

The FIP's last stage 4 result was reported in April 2023 and the FIP reported in April 2024 on Fishery Progress- keeping it on the cusp of 12 months old. The FIP remains A rated.

1.
FIP Development
Feb 21
2.
FIP Launch
Apr 21
Jun 24
3.
FIP Implementation
Apr 24
4.
Improvements in Fishing Practices and Fishery Management
Apr 24
5.
Improvements on the Water
Verifiable improvement on the water
6.
MSC certification (optional)
MSC certificate made public