Responsible fisheries

Definition (http://www.fao.org/fi/glossary/)

The concept of Responsible Fisheries “encompasses the sustainable utilisation of fishery resources in harmony with the environment; the use of capture and aquaculture practices which are not harmful to ecosystems, resources and their quality; the incorporation of added value to such products through transformation processes meeting the required sanitary standards; the conduct of commercial practices so as to provide consumers access to good quality products. (FAO)

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Approved Date
05-Nov-2013

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