BioMar’s shrimp feed production facility in Durán, Ecuador, has received certification from the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) for meeting responsible feed production standards. This development is seen as a step forward for sustainable seafood farming and offers Ecuadorian shrimp farmers access to ASC-compliant feed.
The ASC Feed Certification recognizes companies that adhere to strict requirements regarding sustainability, transparency, and traceability in feed manufacturing. BioMar’s achievement aligns with its ongoing strategy to promote innovation and responsibility within the aquaculture sector.
Henrik Aarestrup, Vice President for Latin America, Shrimp & Hatchery at BioMar Group, stated: “Our goal is to provide shrimp farmers with the tools they need to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry. With this certification, our customers can be confident that they are using feed that meets the highest global standards for sustainability, helping them to secure their position in a fast-growing market.”
Chris Ninnes, CEO of ASC, commented: “Our ASC Feed Standard establishes an essential and unique benchmark for feed production and BioMar’s certification in Ecuador is a welcome development towards greater transparency, traceability and impact measurement in the feed industry. We congratulate them on this achievement and their ongoing commitment to more responsible feed.”
Ninnes also noted that since January 2024, when the first factories were certified under the new standard, more than 30 sites have either been certified or are undergoing assessment. He said this collaboration across the value chain aims to transform aquatic feed production toward greater responsibility.
Aarestrup added: “For us, this certification goes beyond meeting a standard. It’s part of our broader commitment to supporting the entire shrimp aquaculture value chain. By investing in innovation, sustainability, and collaboration, we aim to help farmers achieve long-term success while ensuring that seafood production is ethical, transparent, and sustainable.”
Shrimp producers in Ecuador now have an opportunity to strengthen their position in international markets by sourcing certified sustainable feed locally.