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Standards and Best Quality Seafood

At Lake Perch , high standards and best quality are at the core of our factory’s existence. Lake Perch Limited is a HACCP implemented fish processing facility which has a plan to adopt the international food safety and quality standards like BRC and ISO 22000 in the near future. Formerly called  Nile perch ,  Lake Victoria perch  is a freshwater fish found in central Africa’s lakes and rivers. Lake Victoria, roughly the size of South Carolina and with 2,000 miles of shoreline, claims the largest population of this species. The fish originated in the Nile River hence its original market name but in the 1960s, the British introduced the perch to the lake to curb the growth of other species and develop a sport fishery. The huge, carnivorous perch has since all but taken over Lake Victoria, decimating some 350 species of native fish in the process, and now supports a substantial commercial fishery. Like many species found in Africa, Lake Victoria perch is enormous, reaching 3...
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Fish for Food: Myriad Health Benefits

Fish is one of the most popular and delicious foods loved across the world. Due to low fat high quality protein content, it is considered a healthy food. It’s rich in omega-3 fatty acids and several vitamins such as D and B2 (riboflavin). Additionally, fish is also rich in phosphorous and calcium, and other minerals such as zinc, potassium, iron, and magnesium. Experts recommend eating at least two portions of fish every week to maintain a healthy diet. Fish is also loaded with important vitamins and nutrients that can lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of stroke. This is why fresh fish is high in demand across the globe. Regions with not enough fisheries rely on fresh fish exports to meet the demands from commercial markets, restaurants, and individual buyers. Fish for Healthy Heart And Brain Omega-3 fatty acids in fish are an essential nutrient that is important for healthy heart and brain. Two types of Omega-3 fatty acids are found in fish that human bodies can’t produce....
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Location: Uganda
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Fish on Plate: Nile Perch for Menu

Talk to any seafood lover and they won’t stop praising delectable fish dishes. Rich, mouthwatering and satisfying, fish is a great treat to taste buds for an avid food lover. This is not just the reason to include more of fish in your diet, but reckon the health benefits too. Offering plenty of Omega-3 fatty acid, it helps to keep your heart and health in check. When cooked right, fish is not just delicious, but nutritious too. Instead of deep frying, grill, bake or sauté to keep the nutrition intact and satiate your taste buds. There are many top picks: from large to small, sea fish to fresh water fish. Nile Perch , a species of freshwater fish, has become quite popular as a food for many reasons. Relatively easy to catch and cook, even the novice can prepare a delectable dish if you consider Nile Perch. As the fish can grow up to two meters and weigh as much 200 kg, catching it can be quite difficult. It’s quite notorious for its size. However, it has become quite popular among fis...
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Location: Uganda
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