Shrimp farm Agrimingold SA has become the first producer in Ecuador to participate in an Aquaculture Improvement Project (AIP) under the Aquaculture Stewardship Council’s (ASC) Improver Programme.
The AIP covers 135 hectares of Pacific white shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) farming in El Oro Province, Ecuador.
ASC’s Improver Programme supports farms which are not ready or eligible for certification but are committed to improving their farming practices.
Patricia Bianchi, AIP and Governance Manager at ASC said, “We are proud to welcome Agrimingold SA, and its brand Marearosa, as the first Latin America producer to join the Improver Programme by ASC. Their commitment to positive change and enhancing environmental and social practices reflects the proactive spirit we aim to foster through this initiative.
“We look forward to supporting Agrimingold SA/Marearosa on their journey towards greater sustainability, social responsibility and, eventually, ASC certification.”
Agrimingold CEO Annabell Palacios said: “Our participation in the AIP represents a fundamental milestone in our firm purpose towards environmental sustainability and a solid social responsibility. We want to make a significant contribution to the protection of the environment and the wellbeing of the sector, especially vulnerable communities. We are excited to be a part of this initiative, and we are committed to working hard to achieve our goals.”
