GSA, BAP recognised by FAO for sustainable aquatic food system work

GSA and BAP were selected for recognition in the area of sustainable aquatic food systems, which showcases technical leadership collaboration and innovation in sustainable agrifood systems transformation. Recognition is aligned with FAO’s four “betters” – better production, better nutrition, a better environment and a better life – and reflects the World Food Day theme (“hand in hand for better foods and a better future”).

The FAO is celebrating its 80th anniversary and the 30th anniversary of the Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries.

National, regional and local administrations, research and development institutions, the private sector, civil society organisations and non-governmental organisations that have made a meaningful impact on the sustainable and responsible development of fisheries and aquaculture are eligible to receive recognition.

Meanwhile, GSA has confirmed the Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) Mollusk Farm Standard Issue 2.0 is now available for public comment. The 60-day public comment period ends on 15 December.

Issue 2.0 has been modified from the previous issue 1.2. The changes made include:

• New links and updated resources for all additional information sections
• Revised and increased the requirements in the Social Accountability section to conform to other current BAP standards
• Reorganised the Environment Responsibility section for clarity and updated it to reflect advanced understanding and tools for measuring carrying capacity and environmental interactions
• Modified approach to Animal Welfare to conform to other current BAP standards, modelling BAP’s four pillars of accountability and traceability