 Developed and administered by Alaska Quality Seafood, this voluntary program has attracted the state's most quality-conscious fishermen and processors as its participants. The program is comprehensive, involving all stages of harvesting and processing: |
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Fishermen
Participating fishermen help to preserve the quality of the salmon from the moment it is caught. |
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Guidelines
Fishermen follow detailed handling, chilling and delivery guidelines to ensure that the greatest portion of their catch can achieve the highest quality grades. |
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Tender Operators / Buying Stations
Tender operators and buying station crew also follow specific handling procedures, which include separation and special handling of fish from participating fishermen, and quick deliveries to the processing plant to preserve shelf life. |
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Processing Plants
Processing plants have adopted new grading standards that are consistent statewide. All fish is inspected when it arrives at the plant and during the final product grading. |
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Final Inspection
A final inspection of over 30 quality criteria verifies the quality grade. This inspection is conducted or audited by third-party inspectors to ensure compliance. |
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Official Seal
Once inspection is complete, an official seal to indicate the grade is applied to the box. Seafood buyers throughout the distribution chain will receive the exact grade of salmon they specify, each and every time they order. |
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End Result
The Program has been shown to increase the confidence of seafood buyers in Alaska salmon, increase product shelf life and decrease waste. Together, these benefits mean increased profits for your business. |
