CRITERIA FOR SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES

The fishery targets a stock that is not considered to be over exploited according to the most updated stock status report from FAO, Regional Fishery Bodies or National Marine Authorities

• The fishing method does not by-catch species listed in the IUCN Red list
• The fishing method does not discard more than 8% in weight of the total catch
• The fishing method does not impact the seabed
• The fishery complies with regulations (TAC, no IUU nor FOC, mesh size, minimum size, MAPs, etc)

CRITERIAS FOR SUSTAINABLE AQUACULTURE

• An Environmental Impact Assessment or equivalent be run before the development of the plant
• The facility is not impacting critical habitats, such as mangroves, wetlands, etc
• Procedures are in place to limit escapes of fish to a negligible level
• No use of GMO and growth hormones
• No use of antifouling paints
• Waste, Water, Feed and Energy Management are in place
• Use of Friend Of The Sea certified feed (currently for Trout, Sea Bream and Sea Bass)