A variety of salmon species and sizes of pouches are available throughout the year on this gift pack commodity. No refrigeration required. The retort pouches preserve salmon in the same way a regular canned salmon is processed. The end result is a lightweight, shelf stable, perfect for travel, package of salmon. Often distributors will pack in cedar boxes for gift giving or insert into gift baskets as a high-end value added item with a branded label simply adhered to the retort pouch.