What is the GLOBALG.A.P. IFA Aquaculture standard? 

GLOBALG.A.P. IFA – Aquaculture is the globally recognized pre-farm gate standard for ensuring the safety of a final product in the primary production sector as well as sustainability of farming activities. The standard is used to manage and communicate Good Agricultural Practices between professional partners in a value chain.  

The GLOBALG.A.P. IFA – Aquaculture standard focuses on:

• Farmers’ and consumers’ safety and wellness
• Traceability of products and production records
• Minimization of chemicals and medicinal inputs
• Animal welfare
• Efficient resources utilization
• Environmental awareness
• Compliance to local and international regulations

Why certify to the GLOBALG.A.P. IFA – Aquaculture standard? 

Certification will give farmers several benefits:

• Better and easier access to the market
• Clear agreements and dialogue with retailers
• More opportunities for fair competition
• Possible increase in quality and quantity
• Possible reduction of long-term production costs
• More effective management of production processes and legal issues
• Higher commitment for improvement

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