5 Things to Know About Pole-and-Line Tuna

Pole-and-line fishing is low-bycatch Each fish is caught individually, so you are not accidentally killing dolphins, sea turtles, or sharks.

Purse seine nets are far worse for the ocean These massive nets scoop up everything in their path. The “dolphin-safe” label for purse seine is far from perfect.

Pole-and-line tuna is usually better quality The fish are handled faster and less stressed, resulting in better texture and less lactic acid buildup.

Pole-and-line tuna tends to taste richer The fish are often older and fatter, giving them a more flavorful meat.

The quality gap is not as wide as some claim A well-run purse seine operation that chills the fish properly can still produce decent tuna.