Australian seafood industry commends Senate inquiry into faux-meat labelling

Published 2021년 8월 3일

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The Australian seafood industry, represented by Seafood Industry Australia (SIA), has applauded the Senate inquiry into the labelling of alternative protein products, emphasizing the importance of protecting the definition of seafood. SIA CEO Veronica Papacosta emphasized that misleading labelling of plant-based products as animal-based proteins confuses consumers, undermines the industry, and threatens its sustainability. The industry is concerned about the potential for allergic reactions from soy proteins and the misleadingly similar packaging of plant-based and seafood products. Additionally, SIA emphasized the need for food traceability and sustainability claims to maintain the value and exportability of their products.

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It’s just not cricket: Australian seafood industry commends Senate inquiry into faux-meat labelling. Seafood Industry Australia (SIA), the national peak-body representing the Australian seafood industry, has commended the Commonwealth Senate Inquiry into the labelling of alternative protein products, and highlighted the need to protect the definition of seafood. “This inquiry is vital for the animal-based protein industries to protect our name, definitions, brands and integrity systems,” SIA CEO Veronica Papacosta said. “We must protect the definition of seafood, and ensure it is only applied to true, aquatic seafood species. “Misleading origin statements and the subsequent mislabelling of synthetic or plant-based products as actual animal-based protein generates confusion amongst customers and consumers, and undermines the Australian seafood industry, along with the dedication and commitment of fishing families and businesses alike. “We firmly believe the sale of products ...

Source: Fish Focus