Universal standards for seafood traceability (GDST 1.0 launch)

About this program

The World Wildlife Fund (WWF), in collaboration with the Global Food Traceability Center (IFT), leads the Universal Standards for Seafood Traceability project to establish voluntary standards for seafood traceability, aiming to combat illegal fishing and promote sustainable practices. Supported by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, the project has developed the Global Dialogue on Seafood Traceability (GDST) standards, which define minimum data elements and technical formats for interoperability across seafood supply chains. While specific eligibility criteria are not provided, the initiative has garnered support from over 50 companies and stakeholders, indicating a focus on industry collaboration. Applicants interested in contributing to or implementing these standards should align with the project's goals of enhancing supply chain transparency, regulatory compliance, and marine conservation.