Seafood Safety & Security According to International and Halal Standards

With the globalization of seafood, it has become gradually more important for producers, processors, exporters and importers to adapt all standards and regulations regarding food safety, quality and traceability. International seafood export standards are tough and rigorous and, not meeting to their requirement may lead to banning of seafood products. People generally want to know about the seafood they eat. For example, Is it safe? Is it healthy? Pakistan urgently needs improved sources of nutrition: as the alarming stats support this concern where currently 50 percent of women and children (under five years old) are malnourished, and 44% of children are stunted physically and cognitively (ILO, 2016). Greater fish consumption, particularly among the poor, could help. Fish is a good source of proteins, healthy fats, and essential nutrients, and is highly beneficial for child development and cognition. Evidence from Bangladesh shows that increased fish production can increase domestic fish consumption among the poor, via greater availability in local markets, lower prices, and increased incomes.