Citing an “Issue of Fairness” Alaska Governor Walker Contacts MSC On Salmon Certification
SEAFOODNEWS.COM By Peggy Parker - June 25, 2015
Alaska’s Governor Walker urged “fairness” from the Marine Stewardship Council in the certification of Alaska salmon, in a letter sent to MSC executive Rupert Howes.
“It is my understanding that the mediation attempt by the parties has failed,” Walker wrote, “and few options remain. The commercial harvest of Alaska salmon is well underway, adding a sense of urgency.
“It is extremely difficult for the State to apply financial resources, working with the assessment team, and a compliance audit ...
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