Private Certification Protocol to guarantee fish health and safety in Greece

The Hellenic Aquaculture Producers Organization (HAPO) was established in 2016, when the first 21 Members united their resources to forge a collective, national identity for Greek aquaculture fish, in order to promote them in selected domestic and foreign markets. The mission is to firmly establish the Greek identity and highlight the exceptional characteristics and competitive advantages of fresh farmed fish branded FISH FROM GREECE, which are raised with the utmost care and expertise by its members along the country’s unspoiled coastline.
HAPO has taken another bold step in developing the Private Certification Protocol FISH FROM GREECE, in partnership with TÜV Austria Hellas Inspection and Certification Organization. Owned by HAPO, its purpose is to ensure the superior quality of fresh Greek aquaculture fish, exemplify responsible practices and reinforce the position of Greek aquaculture producers in both local and international markets. In addition to the annual inspections that attest to the protocol’s validity, another key feature are the unannounced product controls in the marketplace and the audits, by independent certification bodies, that ensure compliance with the 6 pillars that the Certification Protocol is based on:
- Fish Health
- Environmental Management
- Fish Welfare
- Quality Characteristics of Farmed Fish
- Food Safety
- Social Responsibility in Fish Farming