The role of the Network of Aquaculture Centres in Asia-Pacific (NACA) in addressing food safety and trade issues in cultured seafood

摘要

In order to gain international market access for aquaculture products, and successful trade, the aquaculture sector will have to give increasing attention to food safety and quality, as well as ensuring.that the products are produced in an environmentally and socially responsible manner. NACA is supporting member governments and industries to develop and comply with international requirements and standards in various ways. Considering the realities of aquaculture and fisheries operations in Asian region, special caution and attention is required to small-scale farmers.The live reef-fish food trade is faced with a wide range of issues in the Asia-Pacific region and NACA, specifically through the APMFAN, will continue to provide support and to encourage broad participation among various players, promoting collaboration with other initiatives with the aim of achieving sustainable mariculture development in the region.