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The certificate being accepted by two Icelandic children and their grandfather, fishing captain of the Örfirisey. (Photo: responsiblefisheries.is)
Cod fishery awarded eco-certification
(ICELAND, 12/16/2010)
Icelandic cod has received certification according to the FAO-ISO based Iceland Responsible Fisheries Management Certification Programme. This is an important and historic milestone for Iceland's seafood industry and confirmation that the fishery for the nation's most valuable fish stock is well managed.
The fishery certificate, issued by Global Trust Certification, was accepted at Víkin Maritime Museum in Reykjavik, by two Icelandic children and their grandfather, fishing captain of the ship Örfirisey, on behalf of the fishing industry of Iceland, in the presence of the Minister of Fisheries and Agriculture, Jón Bjarnason and representatives from the industry.
The Fisheries Association of Iceland (FAI) is facilitating the Iceland RFM programme and all players of Iceland's seafood industry are participating in this proactive endeavour designed to further strengthening the competitiveness and image of this vital industry.
Seafood products accounted for 42 per cent of Iceland's total export value in 2009, amounting to ISK 209 billion (EUR 1.2 billion). Cod is the most valuable fish caught in Icelandic waters representing 36% of total seafood export value.
Minister Jón Bjarnason stated at the occasion: “The management of fisheries in Iceland is the responsibility of my ministry. It is essential to have obtained this confirmation that we are living up to the highest standards adopted by international organisations. We anticipate that Icelandic seafood products will continue to be the mainstay of our exports“.
Peter Marshall CEO of Global Trust said; “This independent FAO-ISO certification for the Icelandic cod fishery against the FAO requirements clearly demonstrates that this fishery is managed in a responsible manner according to internationally recognised reference points. I would like to congratulate Iceland's fishery managers and stakeholders alike.”
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