Lidl sources its fish from a variety of global, certified sustainable sources, with 100% of its own-brand wild-caught fish in the UK being Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certified. Key suppliers include Keohane's Seafoods (Ireland), Kingfisher Foods (salmon/tuna), and Maris Seafood (cod).
At Lidl, we are committed to sourcing 100% of our farmed and wild-caught fish and seafood from responsibly managed farms and fisheries. It's important to us that supplies of fish and seafood are safeguarded for future generations.
For non-farmed fish in the UK, look for wild-caught options like mackerel, sardines, herring, hake, coley, and sustainable cod or haddock, often certified by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), with suppliers like Leap Wild Fish, Eversfield Organic, and The Fish Society offering choices like wild salmon, Dover sole, and shellfish, ensuring healthier choices with less fat and contaminants than many farmed varieties.
There are definitely concerns when it comes to seafood imported from China. Historically, they have been higher in unapproved anti-fungal medication used to keep fish alive in less than ideal conditions.
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Our approach is based on sourcing our fish and shellfish products from responsibly managed fisheries and farms that have minimal impacts on the wider marine environment and are committed to human rights and fair labor practices throughout the supply chain.
Oily fish – such as salmon and sardines – is also particularly high in long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, which can help to keep your heart healthy. Most of us should have more fish in our diet, including more oily fish. There is different advice for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and children and babies.
However, much of the chain's fresh salmon is farm-raised. If you're ever in doubt, look on the label or packaging for the words "wild" or "wild-caught." If you don't see them, it's farmed fish.
Some customers also thought there should be a wider assortment of brands. Others had a few complaints about inconsistent service and items being out of stock. The common thread among some of the criticism seems to be that Lidl's merchandising mix is off.
Our grass-fed beef comes from cattle on a diet of at least 70% grass & forage, with at least 180 days grazing per year. 100% of our British produce is assured by the Red Tractor, meaning its farmed with care. 100% of our fresh everyday milk, butter, eggs, cream, chicken, pork and beef is from British suppliers.
We use close to 50,000 tonnes of seafood (whole weight) annually with approximately 52% wild caught and the remainder farmed. Our aim is to ensure that all wild-caught and farmed seafood and aquafeed, including M&S Scottish salmon, Organic Salmon and trout, come from the most responsibly managed sources.
These non-game fish are the ugly, sucker-mouthed, snaggle-toothed, mottled menagerie of undesirables which includes suckers, gar, bowfin, snakehead, carp, buffalo, freshwater drum, and many others.
Are you aware that four fish have been designated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ( USDA ) and Environmental Protection Agency ( EPA ) to be unsafe to eat due to their typically high levels of mercury? Making the “do not eat” list are King Mackerel, Shark, Swordfish and Tilefish.
Is canned salmon healthier than tuna? Both types of canned fish are nutritious choices, but they have some differences. Salmon contains slightly more protein, calories, and healthy fats than tuna. However, both can be part of a balanced diet!
The Aldi £13 rule refers to its significant pay increases for UK store assistants, making it the first supermarket to pay above £13 per hour, with rates rising to £13.35 nationally and £14.71 within the M25 from March 2026, with even higher rates for experience, all part of its pledge to lead on pay and offer paid breaks.
We use Bill of Lading data to understand ALDI Grocery Stores's trade in goods. In 2025, ALDI Grocery Stores's top imported product was Baked Goods, with a total of 467 units, accounting for 6.12% of its total imports. Most of the imports originated from China (4,718 shipments, 61.8% of the total).
