From Ocean to Plate:
Trusted Sustainable
Sushi Sources

Discover the Journey of Sustainable Sushi

At Yummi Sushi, we are committed to ensuring that our sushi is sourced sustainably, from the ocean to your plate. Join us as we explore the fascinating journey of sustainable sushi, and learn about the importance of responsible sourcing and environmental impact reduction in the sushi industry.

Our Sustainable Practices

Responsibly Sourcing Seafood

Learn about our efforts to source seafood responsibly and support sustainable fishing practices that protect marine ecosystems and promote biodiversity.

Reducing Environmental Footprint

Discover how we are dedicated to minimizing our environmental footprint by implementing energy-efficient processes, reducing food waste, and embracing eco-friendly packaging solutions.

Empowering Local Communities

Explore our initiatives focused on empowering local fishing communities, promoting fair labor practices, and contributing to the social and economic development of coastal areas.

Meet Our Suppliers

Cermaq

Cermaq salmon farm is situated deep in the remote Patagonia region of Chile arms bound in the 10th, 11th and 12th regions amongst the fjords of Patagonia. This expansive, isolated location provides the fish with ample space to swim, preventing overcrowding. As a leader in sustainable aquaculture, Cermaq is committed to eco-friendly practices. They employ innovative, ocean-friendly feed that contains no wild-caught feeder fish, significantly reducing the impact on marine ecosystems.

Cermaq uses a method called "harmony farming" which aims to balance fish health with environmental stewardship. This approach includes reducing fish density in pens to minimize stress and disease, optimizing feeding practices to reduce waste, and ensuring pristine water quality

Their dedication to sustainability ensures that their farming methods protect the environment while producing high-quality salmon.

Cermaq holds several important certifications that highlight their commitment to sustainability:

1. Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Certification: This certification is awarded to farms that meet strict environmental and social standards. Verlasso aims to have all their operations 100% ASC certified.

2. Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) Certification: This certification ensures that Verlasso adheres to high standards for environmental and social responsibility, animal welfare, food safety, and traceability.

3. Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch "Good Alternative" Rating: Verlasso was the first farmed salmon to receive this rating, which indicates that their farming practices have minimal environmental impact.

Hong Ngoc

Hong Ngoc fishes for wild caught tuna primarily from the rich fishing grounds off the coast of Vietnam particularly in the South China Sea and Wester Pacific Ocean. These areas are known for their abundant marine life and are ideal for catching high-quality tuna.

Hong Ngoc partners with local fisherman that use a method called “Selective Fishing Technique," which aims minimize bycatch and reduce impact on non-target species. Hong Ngoc fishes in regulated fishing zones that are managed and regulated to prevent overfishing and to maintain fish populations.

Each catch is carefully documented to ensure full traceability from the ocean to the consumer, supporting transparency and sustainability.

The company focuses on minimizing its environmental impact through sustainable sourcing and processing methods that include responsible fishing practices and reducing waste in their processing operations.

Hong Ngoc holds several important certifications that highlight their commitment to sustainability:

1. Marine Stewardship Council MASC) Certification: This certification is awarded to wild catch seafood suppliers that meet strict environmental and social standards.

2. HACCP Certification: This certification ensures that Verlasso adheres to high standards for food safety and quality.

3. Fishery Improvement Projects (FIPs): These projects aim to enhance sustainable fishing practices and ensure compliance with international regulations.

Minh Phu

Minh Phu Seafood is one of the worlds leading shrimp exporters, known for its commitment to sustainability and high-quality products. Minh Phu operates mangrove shrimp farms in Ca Mau region. This method of growing integrates shrimp farming with mangrove forest conservation, providing a natural habitat for the shrimp and supporting the ecosystem health. They also have super-intensive vannamei shrimp farms in Loc An, where they use advanced farming techniques to maximize yield while maintaining sustainability.

Minh Phu also employs a rice-shrimp farming model, where rice cultivation and shrimp raising occur on the same plot of land. This innovative approach helps optimize land use and supports sustainable farming practices.

These diverse farming methods and locations help Minh Phu maintain high standards of sustainability and quality in their shrimp farming practices.

Minh Phu holds several important certifications that highlight their commitment to sustainability:

1. EU Organic & Canada Organic: This certification ensures that their farming practices meet the stringent organic standards set by the European Union and Canada respectively.

2. Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) Certification: This certification is awarded to farms that meet strict environmental and social standards.

3. Seva & Mangroves Shrimp: This certification is awarded for sustainable shrimp farming practices that protect mangrove forest conservation.

4. Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch “Green" Rating: Seafood with this rating is considered the best to support sustainable practices.

HB Corporation

HB Corporation is based in South Korea, is known for producing high-quality nori (seaweed) products.

HB Corporation sources its nori from pristine coastal areas of South Korea, ensuring the seaweed is harvested from clean, nutrient-rich waters. This helps maintain the high quality and flavor of their products.

This supplier implements rigorous quality control measures throughout the production process. This includes careful selection of raw materials, thorough cleaning and precise drying techniques to preserve the nutritional value and taste of the nori.

HB Corporation is committed to sustainable harvesting practices. They ensure that their seaweed farming methods do not harm marine environment and supports the regeneration of seaweed beds.

1. Community Engagement: HB Corporation supports local communities by providing education about sustainable practices and contributing to local economies. This helps build a sustainable supply chain and promotes environmental stewardship.

2. HACCP Certification: This certification ensures that HB Corporation adheres to high standards for food safety and quality.

Gadre Marine

Gadre Marine is based in India, known for coastal waters and fresh seafood on both East and West coasts. Gadre Marine employs a vertically integrated sourcing model centered on wild-caught marine fisheries and controlled aquaculture. By managing their own supply chain from ocean to factory, they minimize environmental impact while maximizing raw material quality

Wild-Caught Sourcing

Small Mechanized Boats: Gadre Marine primarily procures its fish from local, small-scale mechanized fishing fleets rather than massive, industrial long-range trawlers.
Short-Trip Fishing: Partnering boats undergo brief, single-day or short-term fishing trips. This rapid turnaround drastically reduces the carbon footprint per catch and prevents prolonged fuel consumption.
Proximity-Based Ports: Processing units are strategically built right at major fishing ports along India's east and west coasts (including Gujarat, Karnataka, Odisha, and Maharashtra). Landing centers sit within 100–150 km of the factories, ensuring immediate processing and minimal transport emissions.
Ice Preservation: Boats deploy with strictly managed ice storage to naturally flash-preserve wild catches at sea without chemical additives.

Gadre Marine is a company built with integrity and is committed to the wellbeing of the communities through their Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives (CSR). We have continually endeavored to conduct business responsibly and in a socially accountable manner by complying with all applicable laws, whilst upholding ethical business practices and respecting the rights of all stakeholders. Gadre Marine is proud of, and care about the communities, traditions and the local cultures they are a part of. Their CSR activities include education and career counseling, environmental sustainability and ecological balance, rural development, health and sanitation.

As an active member of the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), the premier organization Gadre Marine is devoted to protecting the world’s oceans and sea life. Gadre Marine adheres to strict sustainability standards for sources and suppliers, they are committed to only doing business with good stewards of the ocean’s bounty.

1. Sustainability initiatives include: renewable energy generation, zero waste though values addition, ecological conservation and certification and compliance to Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) and holding global accreditation such as BRC AA+.

2. Marine Stewardship Council MASC) Certification: This certification is awarded to wild catch seafood suppliers that meet strict environmental and social standards.

3. HACCP Certification: This certification ensures that Gadre Marine adheres to high standards for food safety and quality.