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Introducing Will
by Tassal
“We invest in aquaculture and globally leading sustainability programs.”
Will Perry
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Environmental Officer (Marine Scientist)
Q: How do you determine there has been an increased demand for salmon in Australia?
A: The Department of Agriculture and Water Resources found seafood demand in Australia has increased steadily, due to increased production and gross-value of the industry.
Find more info at ...
www.agriculture.gov.au/fisheries/aquaculture/ aquaculture-industry-in-australia
We invest in aquaculture!
OUR NEW SANCTUARY PENS
Our new Sanctuary Pens are just one of the ways we invest in our industry. The Sanctuary Pens keep our people and fish safe, while keeping seals out! The netting is made from a patented heat treated bi-polymer, which is both rigid and strong. The single walled design significantly decreases algal growth and allows for fluid movement with the waves. Our pens are scientifically tested in environments overseas to ensure safety of infrastructure as we move into more exposed, further off-shore farming regions.
Which globally leading sustainability programs are Tassal involved with?
Global Salmon Initiative (GSI):
The Global Salmon Initative (GSI) is aworld-wide leadership initiative, whichshares a vision of providing a healthyand sustainable source of protein to feeda growing population, while minimisingenvironmental footprint and continuingto improve social contribution.
Global Reporting Initiative (GRI):
The GRI Standards are globalstandards for sustainability reporting.
They feature a modular, interrelatedstructure, and represent the globalbest practice for reporting on a range ofeconomic, environmental andsocial impacts.
Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC):
The ASC standards for responsible aquaculture are based on best practices and sound science. To ensure a credible, inclusive and transparent standard setting process, the standards were developed in line with the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) guidelines and ISEAL’s (International Social and Environmental Accreditation and Labelling) Codes of Good Practice.
About Will
Environmental Officer (Marine Scientist)
Have you seen Will’s ad yet?
Visit: www.tassalgroup.com.au /will/
Tassie born and bred, Will has always had a love for the outdoors and the ocean.
In 2013, he undertook a Bachelor of Marine Science at the Institute of Marine and Antarctic Studies (IMAS) in Launceston. Will became a valuable member of our casual workforce working with Tassal in 2014 in our Channel Zone during his study breaks.
Graduating in 2015, Will moved to a full-time position with Tassal and was given the opportunity in 2016 to transition to the role of Environmental Officer.
