Global Aquaculture Alliance (GAA) - Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP)

Environmental Responsibility

Minimize the environmental impact of aquaculture operations to ensure sustainability.

  • Feed sourcing management
  • Water sourcing management
  • Energy sourcing management
  • Waste management
  • Biodiversity protection program
  • Water quality management

Animal Health and Welfare

Ensure that farmed aquatic animals are treated humanely and remain healthy throughout their lifecycle.

  • Disease prevention program
  • Health risk monitoring
  • Veterinary oversight
  • Handling techniques
  • Stocking density limits
  • Nutrition and care program

Food Safety

Ensure that aquaculture products are safe for human consumption through strict hygiene and management practices.

  • HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) system
  • Feed quality and safety program
  • Water quality program
  • Harvesting and post-harvest handling procedure
  • Product testing protocol

Social Accountability

Protect the rights and well-being of workers and communities involved in aquaculture production.

  • Fair labor practices
  • Safe working policy
  • Community relations program
  • Employee training
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