26/08/2026
The Chamber of Aquaculture Ghana, led by CEO Jacob Adzikah, met with the team at De Heus Animal Nutrition-Ghana for an engagement on the Code of Good Practice (CoGP) for Aquaculture. De Heus Animal Nutrition was represented by a team of 4 that included the General Manager Peeters Alexander and Commercial Manager Samirah Saah Raji.
The discussion focused on what the CoGP is, why it is needed, and the role it can play in strengthening aquaculture practices and unlocking investment across Ghana’s aquaculture sector.
The Chamber also shared progress following the stakeholder workshop and outlined plans for taking the CoGP forward.
The engagement provided an opportunity to hear De Heus’ perspective on the proposed Code, discuss its relevance to the industry, and explore how the company can contribute to its development and implementation.
By the end of the meeting, there was a shared understanding of the need for the Code and the importance of continued collaboration to ensure that the standards are practical, relevant, and responsive to the realities of the sector.
De Heus also expressed its commitment to supporting the promotion of sustainable aquaculture practices and contributing to efforts that advance the CoGP and strengthen the sector.
The Chamber looks forward to continued engagement with De Heus and other stakeholders as the plans for the CoGP progress.
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