Panapesca USA, part of the multinational Panapesca Group, has launched its own-brand Friend of the Sea certified scallops and red drum.
The scallops used by Panapesca originate from the previously approved Peruvian Acuacultura y Pesca Group (Acuapesca). The farming method is natural and no feed or drugs are used. The scallops are grown in cages which are recollected and the company has said it is engaged in reducing its carbon footprint in the next 12 months.
The Panapesca red drum is produced by Ferme Marine de Mahebourg, Mauritius (FMM). The sites were both selected after extensive surveys and an Environmental Impact Assessment.
The cages’ nets are checked daily for maintenance preventing any possible escapes. The stock in the cages is fed at regular intervals during the day using Friend of the Sea certified sustainable feed from Coop Agricole Le Gouessant.
“We believe the Friend of the Sea helps us effectively communicate our commitment to bringing responsibly produced seafood products to the consumer” comments Michael Davis, President of Panapesca USA. “Panapesca has other sustainability certifications and it is our intentions to make this a priority when evaluating suppliers and categories.”
