{"id":6988,"date":"2026-06-12T16:53:11","date_gmt":"2026-06-12T13:23:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/btagro.com\/new\/wordpress\/shrimp-farm-in-saudi-arabia-achieves-first-sustainability-certification-in-the-region\/"},"modified":"2026-06-16T07:51:44","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T04:21:44","slug":"shrimp-farm-in-saudi-arabia-achieves-first-sustainability-certification-in-the-region","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/btagro.com\/en\/shrimp-farm-in-saudi-arabia-achieves-first-sustainability-certification-in-the-region\/","title":{"rendered":"Shrimp farm in Saudi Arabia achieves first sustainability certification in the region"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Naqwa is the largest producer of Vanami shrimp in Saudi Arabia<\/p>\n

The Saudi shrimp farm, operated by the National Aquaculture Group (NAGWA), is the first in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region to achieve Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) certification.<\/p>\n

According to Naqwa, the certification means that Saudi Arabia is now one of the top 15 countries in the world for ASC shrimp certification. In addition to the ASC certification, Naqwa is also set to receive the ASC CoC (Chain of Ownership Certificate) for its processing plant, which demonstrates product traceability and best practices after harvest.<\/p>\n

\u201cAt NAGWA, we have a strong approach to product integrity, food quality and safety, the environment and sustainability. The ASC certification demonstrates Naqwa\u2019s compliance with all global regulations and industry standards for a responsible and sustainable aquaculture system,\u201d the company\u2019s CEO, Diego Illingworth, told the media. Naqva is committed to producing the best quality aquaculture products for our customers and consumers, and ASC certification is a major step in fulfilling our commitment.\u201d<\/p>\n

He continued, \u201cWe have reached a significant milestone by receiving ASC certification for our shrimp farm. This certification is not easy to achieve, but it clearly demonstrates that Naqva is committed to environmental and biosecurity best farming practices with social responsibility.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cNaqva has been providing the world with the highest quality shrimp products for many years, and today, with ASC certification, we stand on a new horizon for aquaculture excellence. This certification is a testament to Naqva\u2019s commitment to maintaining the best practices of responsible aquaculture and leading the way. I congratulate the entire Naqva family on this historic achievement.\u201d<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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