GLOBALG.AP
GLOBALG.AP is a certification scheme for agriculture, animal husbandry and aquaculture. Aquaculture has to meet criteria for the environment and ecology, animal welfare, food safety and staff health and safety. The standard covers the entire production chain from broodstock and feed suppliers to farming, slaughtering and processing. In order to be certified, annual self-inspections as well as inspections by independent parties should be carried out.
The Aquaculture Stewardship Council
The Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) is a certification program for sustainable aquaculture. The ASC was established by the WWF and the Dutch Sustainable Trade Initiative in 2009. The standard for farmed salmon was developed through the Salmon Aquaculture Dialogue forum, which was coordinated by WWF. Companies are inspected by an independent party before they are awarded this eco-label. The aim is to reduce the effect the aquaculture industry has on the environment and society.
Best Aquaculture Practices
Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) is a certification standard for seafood, developed by the Global Aquaculture Alliance (GAA). It is partly relevant for salmon farming. BAP sets standards for the environment, social responsibility, food safety, animal welfare and traceability. The requirements cover the entire production chain. A BAP-certified aquaculture company should also pay attention to biodiversity, soil and water management and handling of chemical substances. Independent inspectors visit the companies before certification.
Useful links
GLOBALG.AP: https://www.globalgap.org/uk_en/
Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC): https://www.asc-aqua.org
Best Aquaculture Practices: http://bap.gaalliance.org/