May 5, 2008
Blue Horizon to distribute environmentally sustainable shrimp in US
Blue Horizon, an organic seafood company, has just announced an exclusive distribution agreement with Langosmar S.A. of Guayaquil, Ecuador, making the company the sole distributor of Langosma's sustainably-raised shrimp.
"We're delighted to source shrimp that is the product of the highest standards in the industry, with shrimp certified by Naturland, QCS and Eco Cert.," Blue Horizon's Chief Executive Officer John Battendieri said.
Blue Horizon's shrimp is raised in Naturland-certified ponds. Naturland, based in Germany, is the leader in organic aquaculture certification and screens operations all around the world.
The system utilizes a top tier model for organic seafood farming which prohibits growth hormones, antibiotics, preservatives (such as STTP) and artificial colorings, and it factors in water quality, environmental stewardship, sustainability, and fair worker standards.
The comprehensive set of guidelines is intended to make Naturland-certified seafood products the healthiest, safest and most socially responsible choice.
Langosmar is known for its premium, sweet-tasting Vanamei (white) shrimp. The company has been farming and processing shrimp in Ecuador for more than 25 years.
Certified organic aquaculture recommendations from the USDA's National Organic Standards Board Task Force is also pending for Langosmar's processing plant and farm
Langosmar shrimp feed on naturally occurring phytoplankton and zooplankton originated in their own rich ecosystem. The shrimp operation is also surrounded by thousands of hectares of carefully-stewarded mangroves that naturally foster this food chain.
"We look forward to working with Blue Horizon to build the US market for chemical-free shrimp that is safe for both the consumer and the environment," Aguayo-Cubillo said.
Blue Horizon was founded in 2005 with a mission to help protect the health and supply of aquatic ecosystems, and bring consumers a better choice in seafood.
