One of the major issues prevailing in the fisheries and aquaculture industry in Sri Lanka is the high loss and waste of fish, and it has become necessary to introduce strategies aimed at preventing and...

The Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) runs an ambitious programme to transform the world's seafood markets and promote the best environmental and social aquaculture performance.

Information on the importance of certification is discussed.

Included is an analysis of the two main types of private standards affecting fish trade (ecolabels and food safety and quality standards), and their importance for a range of stakeholders.