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