Carp

Carp are often raised in ponds, with or without the addition of external feed. There is little to no wild fish in carp feed. The major feed manufacturers have good documentation and there is good traceability around feed ingredients.

Farming in pondsPonds:
A cultivation technique whereby fish is cultivated in ponds. This happens extensively (without additional feed) and intensive (with additional feed supplements).  takes place in an open system and is in contact with natural waters. Because no chemicals are added to the culture water and carp are a native species in Europe, the environmental impact remains low.

The legal framework for aquaculture in Europe is strong and most social and environmental issues are addressed. The managementManagement:
The regulations surrounding fisheries and aquaculture that ensure that production is carried out within legal frameworks and that sustainability can be assured. of this species is largely effective.