July 28, 2022
For the anniversary year, SPAR Austria is stepping up its ambition, with fish products gradually fulfilling an increasing number of sustainability criteria. Products with the MSC or ASC seal are carefully checked by WWF Austria before they are included in the range.
SPAR Austria is currently focusing on responsibly sourced BBQ fish and seafood products. Particularly sustainable and popular in the BBQ season is the SPAR Natur*pur organic salmon from Norway.
“Our revised policy now contains even stricter criteria. In the case of shrimp farms, for example, no forest conversion may have taken place after 1999 because valuable mangrove forests are particularly affected”, said SPAR Austria Board Member Markus Kaser.
“For several years, we have been looking for new fish farmers who can supply our markets directly depending on their capacities. That’s part of our regionality initiative”, Markus Kaser continued. Value is also placed on Austrian origin for smoked fish products in the self-service area.
SPAR is in discussion with manufacturers of branded goods and evaluating the products in the SPAR Own Brand range to ensure they adhere to strict sustainable fishing standards.
“This is unique in retail. While other retailers often concentrate on their own brands, we also hold branded goods manufacturers accountable,” said Markus Kaser.
Currently a relatively small range, but with great growth potential, is a vegan fish substitute. Plant-based fish – products with the taste and texture of fish – is becoming increasingly important. SPAR Austria is working with start-ups such as Vegan Zeastar and is constantly expanding this range.
Source: SPAR Austria
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