What does DF mean in FOOD & NUTRITION

Dolphin Friendly is a certification program that helps protect dolphins and other marine life from being adversely impacted by the fishing industry. The certification ensures that sustainable fishing practices are being employed to maintain a healthy balance of the ocean's resources.

Dolphin Friendly encourages fishermen to use techniques such as avoiding Dolphins in their nets, minimizing their impact on the environment and abiding by local laws with regard to fish stock levels. These techniques help reduce overfishing or damage done to delicate ecosystem balances and habitats.

You can look for products bearing the official Dolphin Friendly logo on packaging and labeling at stores, markets, restaurants, and online. It's also important to choose seafood products with labels like “dolphin safe” or “dolphin-friendly” included on them as assurance that they were caught without compromising marine animal habitats or populations.

Yes, certain fisheries may face fines or other punishment if they fail to comply with applicable regulations under the Dolphin Safe label. Additionally, non-compliant fisheries may see reduced benefits from participating in eco-tourism initiatives due to lack of trust among customers.

No, only tuna caught with purse seine nets requires a legitimate certificate indicating its adherence with these standards in order for it to be considered dolphin safe; other types of seafood do not require this additional designation for consumers seeking dolphin safe options at stores and restaurants.