Episode 2 – Human Side of Seafood Farming

In this episode of Gossip Gills, hosts Lucas and Genevieve delve into the critical topic of human rights in the seafood industry. Joined by Claire Stevens from the ASC human rights team, they explore the various risks and concerns associated with aquaculture and seafood processing, including child labor, forced labor, and the vulnerabilities faced by migrant workers.

The conversation also highlights the importance of community engagement, gender dynamics in labor, and the complexities of the seafood supply chain, emphasising the need for responsible practices and awareness of the far-reaching impacts of the industry. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the critical distinction between living wage and minimum wage, emphasising the importance of living wage as a standard for the industry.

They discuss the responsibility of consumers in understanding the origins of seafood and the role of certification programmes like ASC in promoting human rights and social responsibility within the seafood industry. The conversation concludes with reflections on the optimism for future changes in the industry and the importance of placing workers at the center of these discussions.