The National Fisheries Institute (NFI) Sushi Council is pleased to announce that Baja Aqua Farms has joined as its newest member. Baja Aqua Farms is a leader in sustainable bluefin tuna aquaculture, producing Pacific bluefin tuna under rigorous quality standards and delivering premium seafood to global retail and foodservice customers.
“We are honored to join the NFI Sushi Council and partner with fellow industry leaders who share our commitment to quality, traceability, and responsible seafood production,” said Manuel Vazquez, Chief Executive Officer of Baja Aqua Farms. “Our Pacific bluefin tuna represents the culmination of decades of careful stewardship of ocean resources and innovative aquaculture practices, and we look forward to contributing our expertise as the sushi category continues to grow.”
Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Ensenada, Baja California, Baja Aqua Farms operates in the pristine waters of the Pacific Ocean, where its Bluefiná tuna is raised with a focus on sustainability, traceability, and exceptional eating quality. The company’s fresh tuna is renowned for its well-marbled flesh, balanced flavor, and year-round availability, attracting top chefs and specialty seafood buyers worldwide.
“Baja Aqua Farms brings a unique and valuable perspective to the Council through its vertically integrated approach to bluefin tuna production and its focus on responsible sourcing and quality control,” said Michael McNicholas, Chairman of the NFI Sushi Council and CEO of Oddisea SuperFrozen. “Their membership reinforces our mission to elevate sushi and sashimi standards across the supply chain and promote best practices in food safety, traceability, and sustainability.”