Panapesca USA, part of the multinational Panapesca Group, has launched its own-brand Friend of the Sea certified scallops and red drum. This represents a further and important step by the international certification program into the North American market.
The scallops used by Panapesca originate from the previously approved Peruvian Acuacultura y Pesca Group (Acuapesca). Farming method is natural and no feed nor drugs are used. The scallops are grown (long line system) in cages which are recollected. While fuel consumption is limited to the boats picking up the cages, the company has engaged at estimating and reducing its carbon footprint in the next 12 months. Acuapesca Group has also been audited according to Friend of the Sea social accountability requirements.
The Panapesca red drum is produced by Ferme Marine de Mahebourg, Mauritius (FMM). The sites were both selected after extensive surveys and an Environmental Impact Assessment. Cages’ nets are checked daily for maintenance preventing any possible escapes. The stock in the cages is fed at regular intervals during the day using also Friend of the Sea certified sustainable feed from Coop Agricole Le Gouessant.
“We believe the Friend of the Sea helps us communicates effectively our commitment to bringing responsibly produced seafood products to the consumer” comments Michael Davis, President of Panapesca USA “Panapesca has other sustainability certifications and it is our intentions to make this a priority when evaluating suppliers and categories ”
