A recent study shows that aquaculture contributes $4 billion annually to the U.S. economy and supports more than 22,000 jobs. The total economic impact is likely three to four times greater than the farm-level impacts estimated in this study as seafood products move through various marketing channels:
Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP)
Non-profit Organizations
Portsmouth, New Hampshire 39,165 followers
The most trusted, comprehensive and proven aquaculture certification program in the world.
About us
BAP is the world’s most trusted, comprehensive and proven third-party aquaculture certification program. We’ve been improving the environmental, social and economic performance of the aquaculture supply chain and growing the global supply of responsibly farmed seafood since 2002.
- Website
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https://www.bapcertification.org/
External link for Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP)
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Portsmouth, New Hampshire
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2002
- Specialties
- aquaculture certification and responsible seafood
Locations
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Primary
Get directions
85 New Hampshire Ave
Suite 200
Portsmouth, New Hampshire 03801, US
Employees at Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP)
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Molly Jacques
Vice President of Market Development at Global Seafood Alliance
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Steve Hart
Senior Vice President Market Development at Global Seafood Alliance
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Mike Berthet
MD at Aquaesea Ltd... helping Global Foodservice engage with Responsible & Sustainable Seafood
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Belinda Yaxley
Director at Nautilus Collaboration
Updates
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Studying coho salmon’s sea lice resistance could lead to genetic advances to better protect Atlantic salmon, Nofima scientists say:
What can coho salmon teach us about sea lice resistance in Atlantic salmon? - Responsible Seafood Advocate
https://www.globalseafood.org
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A new Tesco seafood procurement policy addresses welfare of farmed decapod crustaceans:
New Tesco seafood procurement policy addresses welfare of farmed decapod crustaceans - Responsible Seafood Advocate
https://www.globalseafood.org
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Congrats to COOKE AQUACULTURE USA, INC on their 20th anniversary in Maine! 👏
Cooke USA marks 20 years of operations in Maine
thefishsite.com
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What differentiates BAP from other certification programs? In addition to covering the whole farmed seafood production chain, BAP standards cover what we call the four pillars of responsible seafood: environmental responsibility, social responsibility, food safety and animal welfare. Here are some of the things covered under each of these pillars 👇
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Who doesn't love a good sheet pan meal? This Greek lemon garlic sheet pan salmon recipe from FoodbyMaria is easy, healthy and delicious! Maria used BAP-certified salmon from Walmart Canada. Check it out:
Greek Lemon Garlic Sheet Pan Salmon with Potatoes
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Research links offshore mussel farm in Lyme Bay to revival of shellfish reefs, improving habitats for commercial fishing:
Offshore mussel farm restores shellfish reefs to England’s south coast after 150 years - Responsible Seafood Advocate
https://www.globalseafood.org
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Andrew Zimmern's favorite fish for grilling? BAP-certified Pacifico Aquaculture striped bass! 🐟
Andrew Zimmern's Favorite Fish For Flavorful Grilling
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Backed by a USDA grant, University of Maine researchers are transforming wood waste into sustainable jet fuel and aquaculture feed:
Maine researchers seek to transform wood waste into aquafeed ingredient - Responsible Seafood Advocate
https://www.globalseafood.org
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New approaches to land-based aquaculture include cultivating unusual species and implementing new health regimes:
From naked clams to fish fitness, land-based aquaculture is thinking outside the tank - Responsible Seafood Advocate
https://www.globalseafood.org