date:Apr 11, 2013
The Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) program is seeking public comment on a new amendment to the program which includes new mussel farm standards.
The BAP program offers certification worldwide to seafood farmers who meet certain standards set by the program. Now, the program is adding mussel farm standards, addressing social and environmental responsibility, food safety, animal welfare and traceability. The standards address all forms of mussel farming, including seabed, pole and line or raft-