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Saithe

Pollachius virens
Category 3In stock

Our ground saithe is MSC-certified and responsibly sourced from the Northeast Atlantic (FAO 27), a region known for its well-managed and sustainable fisheries. Found in the cold, clean waters around Norway, Iceland, and the North Sea, saithe thrives in optimal natural conditions. MSC certification ensures that the fish comes from fisheries independently audited for sustainable practices, including maintaining healthy stock levels, protecting marine ecosystems, and minimizing bycatch.

The saithe is ground & frozen to preserve freshness, making it ideal as a high-quality pet food ingredient. Full traceability is ensured in line with EU food safety standards, with strict temperature control maintained throughout processing to safeguard product quality and integrity. Each batch undergoes rigorous quality and safety checks, including advanced detection systems to ensure the absence of contaminants and foreign materials, guaranteeing a safe, sustainable, and consistently high-quality ingredient.


PROTEIN 17,5 %
FAT 1,0 %
STORAGE -18  °C
CERTIFICATE
 

GENERAL

Sourced materials comply with EU Food, Safety legislation.

TEMPERATURE

At no stage during processing raw materials exceed 7 °C.

TRACEBILITY

All our goods are traceable according EU Food Safety tracebillity standards.

FREEZING

Blocks are inspected prior to entering the freezer which must reduce the temperature to -18 °C within 120 min.

STORAGE

All frozen blocks are stored at ourwarehouse facillities at or below -18 °C.

TRANSPORT & DELIVERY

According to agreed Incoterms® 2022.

Catch areas
FAO 27
Northeast Atlantic

FAO 27 is one of the world’s most important fishing areas, known for its rich biodiversity and well-managed fisheries. Many stocks in Area 27 are subject to strict scientific monitoring and quota systems, supporting responsible fishing practices and long-term sustainability.