WorldFish has appointed Intertek as quality partner for the upgrade of production of around 100 fish farms in Egypt.
The project aims to upgrade production of fish farms, mainly from the two regions of Kafr El Sheikh and Fayoum, which generate around 10,000 tonnes per annum. Small-scale retailers will also benefit from the complete development of the Egyptian aquaculture’s Best Management Practice (BMP) standards and improvement in quality, allowing them to bring products to new markets further away from the main production areas and existing transport routes.
Intertek is a certification body for food safety programmes and offers certification specifically related to farming methodology, including organic certification.
“We are very pleased to be working with Worldfish Organisation on this project,” said Sherif Fakhry, global product manager, Intertek.
“Our partnership will include the complete development of the Egyptian aquaculture Business Management Process (BMP) standards for the entire supply chain. Our team of expert auditors will establish and implement the BMP certification system that focuses on improving performance by managing and optimising the operations. The team will also provide training and support for value chain operators including feed producers, hatcheries, farmers, wholesalers and retailers to become more quality focused and efficient in order to maintain profitability, and meet the growing demand in domestic and international markets.”
Intertek will work with WorldFish to improve performance, gain efficiencies in manufacturing and logistics, overcome market constraints and reduce risks.
