Jun 5, 2019
Joining for episode 82 of Sourcing Matters is Richard Stavis –
Chief Sustainability Officer of the Iconic New England Brand –
Stavis Seafood. Stavis Seafoods has been an anchor of the
international seafood industry for 90 years. From its origin Stavis
quickly grew from a clam company to a one-stop-source for high
quality seafood, now delivering more than 1000 seafood items
nationwide from more than 48 countries around the globe.
Stavis is also a leading importer into the Florida seafood market
specializing in fresh seafood from Central & South America.
Stavis Seafoods recently launched seafood line ‘SeaTru’ that
comes in tow with the tagline of “high-quality seafood that is
completely traceable, socially responsible, and sustainably
sourced.”
Richard Stavis wants the industry to shift from talking about
what’s “sustainable” to what’s “responsible” – and not just tracing
fish but also ensuring that fish is what sellers say it is. Richard
is well known for his vision for the near future in the industry
when emerging technologies allow for standardized platforms – like
how any bank card works at an ATM – so
consumers/retailers/restaurant chains can get the information they
need about the fish they eat and sell, through
information-sharing.
Joining for our 45 minute discussion is the former commissioner of
Agriculture in MA and the Rural Development Agent for New England
with the USDA – Scott Soares. During our lively conversation
we cover the stability of the oceans, the health of our fisheries
and the industry that serves it, and the well-being of its
consumers. TuneIn to hear what’s going on with our changing
waters.