Here at Acme, we are working hard to reduce our environmental impact, including through the lifecycle of our product packaging.
Today, some of our packaging is curbside recyclable, and some is not (yet!). The most important thing that we can do collectively is sort our waste correctly. That means that when you’ve finished enjoying your smoked salmon, whitefish salad or pickled herring, you know how to properly dispose of the package it came in...
At Acme, we’ve spent over a century perfecting the art of smoking fish. But in 2025, we took on a different type of challenge: measuring our climate impact with unprecedented accuracy. Not because we are required to, but because we believe that the seafood industry needs to lead with data transparency and accountability in order to drive decarbonization and a more sustainable seafood future for all.
Specifically, we completed two major underta...
The Diesel Dilemma
For small-scale fishermen working Alaska's coastal waters, diesel fuel represents a harsh reality – it can consume up to 40% of total operating costs. It's an expense that cuts into already thin margins, yet for decades it seemed like an inescapable cost of doing business. The omnipresent diesel engine powered everything: propulsion, deck equipment, freezers, etc. While hybrid and electric boat systems existed elsewhere,...
From Sushi Bar Staple to Smoked Fish Favorite
Koshinryo: Spices
Supaishi: Spicy
Maguro: Tuna
Spicy tuna didn’t come from Tokyo. Or Kyoto. Or Osaka. Or anywhere in Japan at all. If you go to a sushi counter in Japan and order a spicy tuna roll, they might know what you want, and they might even make it for you. But until recently, there wasn’t an approximate name for this sushi roll in the Japanese culinary lexicon. Like many icon...
In the first week of June, I (Alex Golub, Sustainability Director) traveled to Chile with a few of my colleagues who work on Acme's food safety and quality teams: Matt (Vice President of Technical Services), Mary (Senior QA Corporate Manager), Kalley (Technical Services Systems Data Specialist), and Susie (Manager of Quality and Process Excellence). The highlight of the trip was a full egg-to-table tour of the farmed Atlantic salmon industry ...
Luke’s Lobster, a 2023 SICA winner, has done a stellar job at integrating sustainability into its world-wide, award-winning lobster roll business. From boat to bun, they’ve long been leaders in responsible sourcing, environmental stewardship, and community investments. One of the few restaurant chains to pursue the gold-standard B Corp certification, Luke's has prioritized sustainability since day one. From measuring their carbon footprint, in...
Smoked Salmon, Rooted in Responsibility.
At Acme Smoked Fish, we believe great food should nourish, keeping people and the planet healthy along the way. As we celebrate World Oceans Day on June 8th, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the role the ocean plays in every bite of smoked salmon we craft. In doing so, we wanted to share our appreciation for the ocean with you, and what we’re doing to help protect it.
From our sourcing practices to...
For many, smoked tuna is new to the table. At Acme, we’ve spent years finding the right sourcing partners and fine tuning our recipe and smoking process to make the best, most sustainable smoked tuna product possible. In other words, we’ve crafted our new smoked tuna line with purpose. Acme’s commitment… Smoked tuna that is bold, balanced, and thoughtfully sourced from the very beginning.
Our Sesame Crusted Smoked Ahi Tuna isn’t just a crave-w...
Disclaimer: This article does not constitute medical advice, and has not been reviewed by a medical professional, licensed dietician, or nutritionist. All readers should consult with their physician when determining if any dietary change is right for them. Smoked tuna products may contain higher levels of mercury when compared to other fish species.
From seared ahi to canned albacore, tuna is one of the most popular seafood choices worldwide. ...
Wild-caught. Sesame-crusted. Cold-smoked. Discover the latest delicacy in our smoked seafood lineup.
Crafted from premium, wild-caught ahi tuna and finished with a toasted sesame crust, our Sesame Crusted Smoked Ahi Tuna is a bold new way to bring smoked fish to the table. Cold-smoked for a succulent texture and brushed with sesame oil for richness and depth of flavor, it’s made to be shared—easy to serve, hard to forget.
Smoked Fish, Reimagin...
COHO SALMON 101: AN INTRODUCTION TO COHO SALMON
At Acme Smoked Fish, each species we work with brings something unique to the table. We’ve got our beloved Atlantic salmon, which forms the foundation of many of our smoked salmon offerings. Our sustainably raised trout from Denmark and Norway is a delight to smoke and enjoy. And, of course, smoked whitefish remains a classic, offering a burst of savory goodness whether it’s part of a salad ...
