Introduction
On July 4th, the Chilean aquaculture community had the privilege of hearing Pablo Andrés Carrillo Zapata, Production Manager at Lago Sofía Circular Food, speak at a talk organized by InfoSALMON on animal welfare. The expert shared the company’s progress in this area and highlighted the benefits of working under this concept.
Lago Sofía Circular Food and Animal Welfare
In his presentation, Carrillo Zapata delved into the importance that Lago Sofía Circular Food places on animal welfare at all stages of salmon production. The company has managed to obtain the prestigious WELFCERT certification, a recognition of its commitment to the care and health of fish.
The benefits of animal welfare
The executive highlighted the multiple advantages of prioritizing animal welfare in aquaculture:
- Improved fish health: A suitable rearing environment reduces stress and disease, resulting in healthier and more resilient fish.
- Increased production efficiency: Healthy and happy fish grow faster and more efficiently, leading to higher yields.
- Better quality of the final product: Animal welfare is reflected in the quality of the salmon meat, which is more flavorful and healthier.
- Company reputation: WELFCERT certification gives Lago Sofía Circular Food the image of a responsible company committed to sustainability.
The pillars of animal welfare at Lago Sofía Circular Food
Carrillo Zapata detailed the main pillars on which the company’s animal welfare program is based:
- Continuous monitoring of fish conditions: Regular checks are carried out to ensure that the animals are in a suitable environment and receive the necessary care.
- Staff training: All company employees receive training in animal welfare to ensure that they apply best practices in their daily work.
- Collaboration with experts: Lago Sofía Circular Food works closely with veterinarians and other animal welfare experts to continuously improve its practices.
Pablo Carrillo Zapata’s talk was an opportunity to learn firsthand about the progress of Lago Sofía Circular Food in the field of animal welfare. The experience of this company demonstrates that it is possible to combine aquaculture production with respect for the environment and the welfare of animals.
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