Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC)
In today's global marketplace, businesses across the seafood supply chain are increasingly recognising the value of the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) certification. Whether you're a seafood processor, trader, brand, or retailer, the ASC label is a powerful tool that can elevate your reputation and ensure your products meet the highest standards of sustainability.
Why Choose ASC Certified Seafood?
Our supply chain partners around the globe are driving change towards sustainable seafood. Displaying the ASC label on your products demonstrates to customers that your seafood comes from responsible farmers, enhancing your reputation and providing flexibility in sourcing.
Boost Your Sales
The ASC label is highly recognised and trusted by consumers and industry professionals worldwide, significantly boosting your seafood sales opportunities. On average, 75% of consumers across 12 markets trust the ASC label, making it a crucial element in your marketing strategy.
Assurance of Quality
The ASC label guarantees that your product is traceable back to seafood farms that operate responsibly. This assurance builds trust with your customers, ensuring they can trace their seafood to its source, fostering a connection to sustainable practices.
Supply Security and Flexibility
With ASC certification, you gain access to a network of certified seafood species from all origins around the globe. This ensures a secure and flexible supply of certified seafood, enabling you to meet market demands effectively.
The Certification Process
Obtaining ASC certification involves a rigorous process that ensures your seafood products are traceable and separated from non-certified products. Here's how you can get your company certified through a third-party audit:
Understand the Standards: The Chain of Custody Standard applies to the full supply chain, from certified farms to products carrying the ASC label.
Prepare for Certification: Engage with a certification body and prepare your operations for the audit.
Third-Party Audit: Undergo a thorough assessment by an independent conformity assessment body.
Start Trading: Once certified, you can trade ASC-certified seafood and proudly use the ASC label to communicate your commitment to sustainability.
The ASC Advantage
Choosing ASC certification not only validates your efforts towards sustainable and socially responsible seafood production but also opens up numerous benefits, including:
Enhanced Reputation: Consumers and partners view your business as a leader in sustainability.
Market Access: Enter markets where environmental and social credibility is crucial.
Livelihood Protection: Support sustainable practices that ensure long-term resource availability.
Promotional Opportunities: Leverage the ASC label in marketing campaigns to attract conscientious consumers.
Diverse Species Coverage
ASC certification covers a wide range of species, including Abalone, Bivalvia, Freshwater Trout, Pangasius, Salmon, Seaweed, Seabass, Seabream, Meagre, Seriola, cobia, Shrimp, and Tilapia. Each species is audited against stringent standards to ensure compliance with ASC’s rigorous environmental and social criteria.
Global Applicability
ASC standards apply globally and accommodate all locations and scales of operation, from marine to land-based farms. Businesses seeking certification must have a minimum of 18 months of operation or one harvest cycle and maintain detailed performance records, licenses, technical documents, and employment contracts.
Get Started Today
Ready to take the first step towards ASC certification? Partner with experts like Peterson Projects and Solutions Indonesia, who offer comprehensive consulting services to prepare you for ASC standards. From project preparation and awareness training to system manual development and audit support, they ensure your business is fully prepared for a successful certification audit.
Embrace sustainability and elevate your business with ASC certification. Visit our website to learn more about the consultancy and certification process and connect with our network of experts who will guide you every step of the way. Make the commitment today and join the global movement towards responsible aquaculture. Your journey to a sustainable future starts here!
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