OP Del Pesce

When we find ourselves in front of the fish counter or browse the refrigerated shelves of the supermarket, the choice of fresh fish is guided by a few but fundamental instincts: the smell of the sea, the taste of the fish, the freshness of the fish. consistency of the meat, The clear eye. Yet, there is one detail that makes the difference even before assessing the freshness: The origin.

Choose fish farmed in Italy It doesn't just mean serving up gastronomic excellence; it means supporting a conscious, safe, and traceable consumption model. But how do you navigate the labels and what does the wording really mean? "Italian fish 100%"?

Let's find out together through the pillars of a transparent and controlled supply chain.

1. Transparency of the label: origin is a matter of choice

Current regulations require clear indications regarding the origin of fish in the Large Organized Distribution (GDO), where knowing how to read the label is the first step to becoming a conscious consumer. For farmed fish, The label must necessarily indicate the country of production, the method of production, and the scientific name of the species (as Dicentrarchus labrax for the squid, Sparus aurata for the trout and Cirrus cloud for the squid).

However, there is an important regulatory "gap": In the HoReCa channel (restaurants, hotels and bars), which represents over 50% of the fish consumption market, the indication of origin is not yet mandatory..

When we read a menu in a restaurant and we find items like swordfish, squid or sea bream, there is no trace of origin. The consumer, at that moment, faces a fundamental question: Is he choosing an Italian, Greek, Turkish or Croatian catch?

As OP Del Pesce, together with the national association, we are fighting for the indication of origin to become mandatory also in the HoReCa sector, just as it is the case in the retail sector. The goal is to protect and enhance the national product within the category of "freshly caught", finally putting the consumer in a position to choose with complete awareness even outside the home.

By purchasing the products OP DEL PESCE, Where traceability is guaranteed, you have the certainty of a transparent supply chain from the clear waters of the Italian coast to the table.

2. The guarantees of a controlled fish supply chain

A 100% Italian fish product is the result of a rigorous control process that guarantees food safety:

Animal welfare and nutrition: The fish are reared in state-of-the-art facilities (offshore or in controlled environments), where natural marine currents ensure the proper exchange of water. The feeding is strictly tracked, balanced, and free of GMOs, designed to respect the natural growth of the fish. spigole, orate and ombrine.
High hygienic-sanitary standards: Aquaculture in Italy and Europe complies with some of the strictest regulations in the world. Each batch undergoes rigorous microbiological and chemical controls.
Constant availability and freshness: Unlike wild fisheries, which are subject to biological cycles and seasonality, responsible aquaculture ensures a continuous availability of Fresh fish all year round, while maintaining unchanged the nutritional parameters.

3. Environmental sustainability and real zero-mile

OP Del Pesce has always promoted a vision of sustainability that goes beyond the quality of its own fish products.

The company supports initiatives capable of generating a positive impact on the social level as well, by participating in projects that concretely improve the lives of people and communities.

The contribution to the Tumaini Academy represents an example of this philosophy: an investment intended to last over time, because each classroom built is an additional opportunity for hundreds of young people.

4. Nutritional properties: the value of the species of the Mediterranean Diet

The Italian coast is home to extraordinary species, undisputed protagonists of the Mediterranean Diet:

Sea bass (or Branzino): Lean meats that are easy to digest and rich in noble proteins.
Sea bass: Precious for its delicate flavor and the contribution of essential fatty acids.
Meagre: Excellent meat texture and a high-quality nutritional profile.

Raised in our seas, these species develop meat that is rich in Omega-3, These are essential for the health of the cardiovascular system and the well-being of the entire family.

Conclusion: Choose the best for your table

Bringing Italian 100% fish to the table means rewarding the work of farmers and professionals who invest every day in innovation, respect for the environment, and uncompromising quality.

The next time you choose fish, whether at the supermarket or at the restaurant, look at its history and demand the truth about its origin: choosing traceability, safety, and authentic taste is the best way to take care of our well-being and the future of our seas.