Codex (FAO) - Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries
General Principles
Oversee the broad application of sustainability, environmental protection, and responsible management in all aquatic systems, including fisheries and aquaculture.
- Stock assessment
- Environmental impact data
- Water quality monitoring
- Species diversity
- Feed sourcing
- Energy sourcing
- Water sourcing
- Aquaculture facility audit
- Fishing vessel audit
- Trade operations audit
- Ecosystem health monitoring
- Satellite imaging
- Water sampling
- Biodiversity surveys
- Fishing and aquaculture activity feedback
Fisheries Management
Ensure the sustainable use of fishery resources and prevent overfishing through effective management strategies.
- Daily catch report
- Vessel Monitoring Systems (VMS)
- Stock assessment surveys
- Catch limits
- Catch management plan
- Observer programs
- Gear inspections
Fishing Operations
Ensure that fishing operations are conducted in a manner that minimizes environmental impact, ensures safety, and complies with regulatory requirements.
- Caught logs
- Fishing methods
- Onboard electronic monitoring
- Bycatch monitoring
- Bycatch reduction measures
- Fishing effort control
- Safety inspections
Aquaculture Development
Ensure sustainable aquaculture practices that minimize environmental impact and promote animal welfare while contributing to food security and economic development.
- Water quality monitoring
- Disease surveillance
- Feed monitoring
- Effluent management
- Biodiversity assessments
- Interbreeding monitoring
Post-harvest Practices and Trade
Ensure that post-harvest handling, processing, and trade of aquatic products are conducted hygienically and sustainably, protecting food safety and market access.
- HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) monitoring
- Traceability systems
- Residue testing
- Cold chain monitoring
- Trade certification checks