QIM Eurofish Alliance and QIM Quality Assurance
The QIM Eurofish Alliance was created to safeguard the correct and consistent use of the Quality Index Method (QIM) for fish freshness assessment. As QIM offers higher precision than many traditional grading systems, quality assurance and proper validation are essential to maintain trust in its results.
Strategic Role of the Alliance
The alliance supports the structured development, calibration, and application of QIM schemes for different fish species. By promoting unified standards, it helps ensure that freshness evaluations remain comparable and reliable across production and distribution chains.
Mission and Core Focus
The mission is to promote the responsible use of QIM as a versatile quality assessment tool within fisheries production and distribution in Europe.
Main Areas of Activity
| Area | Purpose |
| Method development | Expand and refine QIM schemes |
| Validation | Ensure accurate calibration |
| Training | Support correct application |
| Dissemination | Share best practices |