A Chef’s Guide to Best Aquaculture Practices

This guide helps chefs and foodservice professionals understand responsible seafood sourcing and the role of aquaculture in meeting global seafood demand. It explains the Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) certification program, including its standards for environmental responsibility, social accountability, food safety, and animal welfare, and provides guidance for communicating responsible seafood choices to customers. The guide also highlights certified aquaculture species and demonstrates how certification can support seafood purchasing decisions.