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Aquaculture Regulation No. 25507.

Country/Territory
Türkiye
Document type
Regulation
Date
2004
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Official Gazette No. 25507, 29 June 2004.
Subject
Food & nutrition, Fisheries
Keyword
Aquaculture Policy/planning Authorization/permit Certification Concession EIA Standards Food quality control/food safety HACCP Treated food
Geographical area
Asia, Black Sea, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, Mediterranean, Middle East, Western Asia
Abstract

The objective of this Regulation is to ensure planned investments on fishery for a more efficient exploitation of water resources, fishery activities sustainability, environmental protection and certified fish products quality. Conditions for the setting up of fishery facilities in inland waters are detailed, including the minimum distance between two facilities, minimum water surface area requirements for dam, lakes, ponds and other inland waters, use of net cages, off-shore production, etc. Individuals and companies involved in fish production should apply to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs. Procedures and required documentation are given in details. A preliminary concession is granted to individuals and companies for a period of twelve months, allowing them to prepare their detailed project. These projects are then submitted to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs for ratification. Corresponding provisions of Environmental Impact Assessment should be observed during ratification process. Fishery Producers Certificate should be obtained by the producers from the Provincial Directorate of Agriculture when facilities are completed. This certificate is prepared for each production facility and is subject to visa every three years. Revocation procedures and circumstances are given in the regulation. Importation of eggs, fries, and breeders are subject to consent by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs. Procedures and required documents are given in details. Inspection details for the production facilities are also given in the regulation.

Full text
English
Website
www.resmigazete.gov.tr

References - Legislation

Implements

Fisheries Law No. 1380.

Legislation | Türkiye | 1971 (2019)

Keyword: Framework law, Marine fisheries, Aquaculture, Inland fisheries, Fishing area, Marine pollution, Fishing gear/fishing method, International trade, Cooperative/producer organization, Inspection, Navigation, Seasons, Data collection/reporting, Waterworks, Fishing authorization, Fishery management and conservation, Artisanal fishing, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Implemented by

Circular No. 2006/1 on implementation of the Aquaculture Regulation.

Legislation | Türkiye | 2006

Keyword: Aquaculture, Aquatic animals, Authorization/permit, Standards

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Amended by

Regulation Amending the Aquaculture Regulation No. 25507.

Legislation | Türkiye | 2007

Keyword: Aquaculture

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Regulation Amending the Aquaculture Regulation No. 25507.

Legislation | Türkiye | 2005

Keyword: Aquaculture

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Regulation Amending the Aquaculture Regulation No. 25507.

Legislation | Türkiye | 2009

Keyword: Aquaculture

Source: FAO, FAOLEX