vessels, there have been reports, particularly in offshore farms of labour abuses and the use of child labour. There are an increasing number of certification programs such as MSC and ASC along with Codes of Conduct produced at international and national level. At present there are no current certification scheme covers all of the issues essential to ensure products come from sustainable and fair aquaculture operations. This is the next frontier for sustainable aquaculture. Seafood traceability measures and labelling laws are the new frontier for sustainability in aquaculture, along with increasing oversight relating to working conditions.
*The author is the principal of Aquarius Lawyers and on the board of the World Aquaculture Society. With over 20 years’ legal and business experience, Katherine’s expertise lies in advising and representing organizations and businesses on issues pertaining to the marine environment. To find out more about Katherine, please see http://www.aquariuslawyers.com.au/
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