Aquaculture can be an important contributor to local employment and social and economic development, especially in remote rural areas where opportunities are limited. Yet aquaculture has sometimes been criticized for its detrimental effects on surrounding communities through negative environmental or social impacts. Aquaculture facilities can take a number of steps to ensure positive and productive relations with members of the communities they impact.
GSA - News
Global Seafood Alliance (GSA) is pleased to announce Chris van der Kuyl as its opening keynote speaker for the 2024 Responsible Seafood Summit, which will take place in St Andrews, Scotland, October 21-24, co-hosted by Seafood Scotland. Chris van der Kuyl is one of Scotland’s leading entrepreneurs working across the technology, media, gaming and entertainment
BAP - News
Note: GSA is keeping its stakeholders up to date on allegations made against shrimp producers in India, including those holding Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) certificates. April 16, 2024: An Update on the Investigation into Allegations Against Shrimp Producers in India The Global Seafood Alliance (GSA) is currently investigating allegations made against shrimp producers in India
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Global Seafood Alliance (GSA) has released a report exploring best practice in relation to provision of Wi-Fi for fishing crew at sea that includes recommendations for action. In this fast-moving era of connectivity technology, there is broad agreement from vessel owners, the private sector and trade unions that crew at sea in excess of 24
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The Global Seafood Alliance (GSA) proudly announces the appointment of Mike Kocsis as its new Chief Executive Officer. Kocsis, who has extensive seafood industry experience spanning two decades, is well positioned to lead GSA into its next chapter. He joined the organization in April 2022 as Chief Systems Officer to oversee certification operations and information