GREEN & SUSTAINABLE

ADVERTISEMENT

Green Choices: Seafood Buyer's Guide

« Previous | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Next Page »

Best Aquaculture Practices label: What does it mean?

Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP)

This label is for farmed shrimp, catfish and tilapia, raised without antibiotics and in conditions that exceed local environmental regulations. Plants that process the fish employ safe-packaging practices to reduce risk of foodborne illnesses.

• Eco-benefits: Historically, shrimp, catfish and tilapia farming have caused considerable environmental damage to the biodiversity of wetlands by disturbing sediment, impacting mangroves where wild fish spawn or, in the case of shrimp, scraping the bottoms through drag netting. Only farms prohibiting practices that harm natural habitats are eligible for the label.
• Is it regulated? Yes. Site inspections and audits implemented by the nonprofit Aquaculture Certification Council ensure that farms and processing plants meet environmental and safety standards.
• Keep in mind: The label applies only to farmed—not wild—shrimp and fish.

« Previous | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Next Page »

Add a Comment

More seafood labels

• Marine Stewardship Council
• Safe Harbor

Learn more

• The Wild Salmon Debate: A fresh look at farmed vs. wild
• Seafood Buyer's Guide