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SAMAQ
is the Saudi national aquaculture product certification and labeling program developed by the Saudi Aquaculture Society under the guidance of the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture.

SAMAQ
SAMAQ is the logo of the official national aquaculture product certification program.
The SAMAQ label indicates that a product complies with requirements of the Saudi Arabian Code for Responsible Aquaculture Practices, and is in accordance to international guidelines and standards.
The SAMAQ logo indicates the local origin, freshness and safety of the national aquaculture products.
What is Aquaculture
Aquaculture is a controlled process that allows the farmer to grow and harvest aquatic organisms, which are of consistently good quality, having the following characteristics:
- A healthy fish, shrimp or other aquatic organisms that have been reared in the best possible conditions
- A protein source of high dietetic quality
- A nutritious source of food
- Continuous supply and availability throughout the year
- A consistently fresh product
- A product with good taste and flavor

Aquaculture in the KSA
For the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, aquaculture is a major component of the country’s strategy to diversify its economy and provide investment and employment opportunities to its people. Under this prism, all Saudi aquaculture industry stakeholders (aquaculture producers, government, research and academic institutions etc) are aligned with the country’s Vision 2030 plan and are working towards attaining the mid and long term targets set .
Since water (fresh water) is a scarce resource in Saudi Arabia, aquaculture stakeholders in the country work together with other water users to assure equitable use of the resource.
Similarly, aquaculture operators are also aware of the social contribution required of their professional activities and assure their integration in local community development and planning. Operations are based on technology and equipment that ensure the safety of the employees. This includes establishing routines for handling materials and chemicals to avoid health hazards to workers. Thus the national aquaculture sector acknowledges its responsibility towards local society by providing a safe and stable workplace.
Aquaculture projects throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia provide significant economic benefits in the regions where they are located, many of which are remote and relatively disadvantaged.
Latest News
Latest news, events and workshops from the Aquaculture industry in Saudi Arabia

International Conference and Exhibition on Fisheries
SAMAQ participation in the first international conference and exhibition for fisheries in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the capital...

SAMAQ participation in the event accompanying the Fifth International Show of Arabian Horses
The participation of the #SAMAQ pavilion in the event accompanying the fifth international show of Arabian horses for the year...

Fish festival launched at Lulu hypermarket
The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, represented by His Excellency Dr. Ali Al-Sheikhi, Director General of the General Administration...

Seasonal Products Festival sponsored by the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture
The participation of the Saudi Aquaculture Society and the SAMAQ in the Festival of Seasonal Products and Manufacturing Industries accompanying...

Participation of the Saudi Aquaculture Society in HORECA Exhibition 2021
The Saudi Aquaculture Society and the Quality Mark SMC participated in the largest food, beverage and hospitality exhibition in the...

Signing a Saudi-Chinese Cooperation Agreement for the export of National Aquaculture Products to the People's Republic of China.
The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture signed a Cooperation agreement with the General Administration of Customs of the People's...

The national campaign for increasing seafood (Shopping malls)
On 14th February 2019 Kingdom of Saudi Arabia ,Riyadh, Garnada Mall AS part of the national campaign for increasing seafood,...

SAMAQ Participation in JANADRIYAH 33
From 20th December to 09th January 2019 Kingdom of Saudi Arabia The Saudi Aquaculture Society participated in the national festival...

SAMAQ Participation at Live Aware Event
Days of 6th, 7th, 8th December 2018. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – Riyadh As part of the national campaign for...

The national campaign for increasing seafood (Teaching Sector)
On the 5th December 018 Kingdom of Saudi Arabia , Riyadh As a part of national campaign for increasing seafood...
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