Sustainability

The renewed certification validates its fully circular model, which relies on repurposing agricultural by-products to produce insect-based protein.

Neither of the parties has revealed the financial terms of the transaction yet.

The continent’s full blue economy is estimated to be worth US$300 billion per year, with potential to grow to US$405 billion by 2030 and up to US$576 billion by 2063.

The company says the new certification strengthens its ability to serve international markets seeking verified sustainability credentials.

WAS received special recognition for its decades-long contribution to global aquaculture development, particularly its support to FAO programmes since the 1970s. 

The initiative targets one of the biggest contributors to poultry emissions: feed production, which accounts for about 78% of a broiler’s total greenhouse gas footprint.

The company first launched its Sustainability Roadmap in 2021 and says the plan is now delivering measurable impact across economic, environmental, and social areas.

Since 2017, the group has steadily expanded its use of sustainable raw materials, starting with algae oil.

The ASC Feed Standard is globally regarded as one of the most rigorous frameworks for responsible feed production.

This model has already proved successful in Australia, where an existing facility has processed over 64,800 tonnes of surplus bread.