Seafood Industry Research Fund (SIRF) Employee Directory
Research ServicesVirginia, United States2-10 Employees
The Seafood Industry Research Fund (SIRF) is a nonprofit organization focused on sponsoring research that advances the seafood sector. By funding projects across topics such as health benefits, fisheries resource management, aquaculture, and food safety, SIRF aims to address industry concerns and support practical scientific knowledge that can improve economic performance within the seafood industry. Its activities are informed by relationships with a broad network of seafood stakeholders, enabling the organization to identify emerging issues and pursue forward-looking research. Based in Tysons, Virginia, SIRF has a long history, with roughly five decades of activity, and operates with a small team supported by individual and company donations. In recent activity, the organization hosted its 12th Annual Benefit Soirée in Florida in January 2026, highlighting ongoing engagement with its community of supporters and stakeholders.