The objectives of the project are to

(i) contribute to the sustainable development of the aquaculture sector by ensuring safety of aquaculture products from the Asia-Pacific.

(ii) increase knowledge on certification and marketing of chemical -free and organic aquaculture products.

(iii) facilitate transfer of technology to the small and medium scale sectors of production and marketing of organic aquaculture products.

(iv) encourage investment in sustainable eco-friendly aquaculture and domestic marketing and export-processing of produce.