ESG & Sustainability Programs
Advance environmental, social responsibility, and governance objectives through industry-leading sustainability
Global Seafood Alliance (GSA)
An international nonprofit organization advancing responsible seafood through certification, education, advocacy, and collaboration.
OUR INITIATIVES
Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP)
Support responsible aquaculture through certification covering hatcheries, feed mills, farms, and processing facilities.
Best Seafood Practices (BSP)
Promote responsible seafood sourcing, processing, and traceability across the seafood supply chain.
Seafood Processing Standard (SPS)
Seafood-specific certification addressing food safety, social accountability, and processing excellence.
Responsible Seafood Certification
Deliver globally recognized certification programs that promote responsible aquaculture, and seafood processing
Global Seafood Alliance Membership
Access industry resources, networking opportunities, sustainability initiatives, and seafood community engagement.
COLLABORATING WITH GLOBAL SEAFOOD LEADERS
ADVANCING RESPONSIBLE SEAFOOD WORLDWIDE
28+
YEARS EXPERIENCE
8K+
MEMBERS
40+
COUNTRIES
4K+
CERTIFIED FACILITIES
EXPLORE GSA
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Articles
Standards And Compliance
Seafood & Aquaculture
GSA Certification Programs Drive Nearly 8,000 Improvements Across Seafood Operations in 2025
How independent certification programs continue driving measurable improvements in sustainability, food safety, and responsible seafood production worldwide.
1 July 2026 · 1 min read
Global Seafood Alliance (GSA)
Standards And Compliance
Seafood & Aquaculture
Understanding the Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) Four-Star System
Discover how GSA's four-star certification system strengthens responsible aquaculture through comprehensive supply chain certification.
1 July 2026 · 1 min read
Global Seafood Alliance (GSA)
Standards And Compliance
Seafood & Aquaculture
Responsible Aquaculture Is No Myth
Exploring how responsible aquaculture addresses common misconceptions while supporting sustainable seafood production and global food security.
1 July 2026 · 1 min read
Global Seafood Alliance (GSA)
About Us
Global Seafood Alliance (GSA) is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing responsible seafood practices across the global seafood supply chain, through trusted certification programs, education, advocacy, research, and industry collaboration.
Industries served
Seafood & Aquaculture
Capabilities
Responsible Seafood Certification
Supply Chain Traceability
Food Safety & Quality Assurance
Sustainability Programs
Industry Education & Training
Standards Development
Industry Research & Advocacy
Trust & compliance
Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP)
Best Seafood Practices (BSP)
Seafood Processing Standard (SPS)
GSSI-Recognized Certification Framework
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
“The resources GSA provides have been a tremendous help, not only for finding out what is happening in the industry, but also to get to know the trailblazers. I find that the experts are very supportive as well.”
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