Every purchase from Culture Caviar is more than a moment of indulgence; it’s a meaningful step toward giving life back to nature. What was once endangered now thrives, thanks to the awareness and support of customers like you. Together, we preserve the delicate balance of our ecosystem and keep the legacy of sturgeon alive for generations to come. You are part of the story of sustainability.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
At Culture Caviar, we believe that true excellence goes far beyond producing world-class caviar. It means protecting the environment, empowering communities, and ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.
Our Corporate Social Responsibility is built upon five key pillars:
1. Environmental Responsibility and Genetic Preservation
Protecting what nature has entrusted to us.
Environmental stewardship is at the heart of our business. We are committed to sustainable and legal aquaculture, focusing only on licensed sturgeon farming rather than wild fishing. This helps protect endangered sturgeon populations across the Caspian Sea region.
Founded in 2003, our aquaculture division, Saaee Aquaculture, located on the southern shores of the Caspian Sea, has become a leading example of responsible sturgeon farming. Today, it exports to four continents and over 50 countries worldwide.
Within our 7-hectare complex, which houses over 150 ponds, we cultivate and preserve several key Caspian and Siberian species; including Persian Beluga, Chalbash, Qareh Burun, Sevruga, and Siberian Sturgeon. We uphold strict water management and waste treatment standards, ensuring clean ecosystems and the best conditions for our fish. All farming operations are done without antibiotics or harmful chemicals. No parasiticides or bactericides containing malachite green, crystal violet, or heavy metals such as mercury, cadmium, and arsenic are used. Each caviar batch is thoroughly tested and verified by veterinary authorities and the company’s laboratory to ensure full compliance and safety.
2. Social and Economic Responsibility
Investing in people and communities.
We create sustainable employment opportunities and support the economic well-being of local communities, particularly in coastal regions. Our commitment extends to ensuring fair wages, workplace safety, and continuous professional training for all employees.
Beyond our operations, we actively contribute to local infrastructure, including education, health, and sports initiatives, while supporting small local enterprises.
3. Responsibility Toward Customers and the Market
Integrity, transparency, and trust.
We guarantee the highest product quality and safety through strict compliance with ISO and HACCP standards. Each tin of Culture Caviar reflects authenticity, purity, and the trust our customers place in us. We also strive to educate consumers about the importance of sustainable farming and the differences between responsibly farmed and illegally sourced caviar; encouraging informed, ethical choices.
4. Ethical and Professional Responsibility
Protecting the reputation of a national treasure.
As a proud ambassador of Iranian caviar, Culture Caviar recognises its role in preserving the integrity and global reputation of this national heritage. We maintain full transparency through regular reporting on our environmental and social initiatives, building trust and accountability among our partners and customers.
5. Sustainability and Innovation
Shaping the future of caviar.
We continuously invest in research and development to refine farming methods and promote healthier, more efficient aquaculture practices. Our long-term vision includes reducing our carbon footprint and adopting innovative, eco-friendly technologies to ensure harmony between nature and production.
Our Commitment
At Culture Caviar, responsibility is not an obligation; it is our identity. We see ourselves as guardians of a national treasure and partners in sustainable development.
Our path forward is guided by the three pillars of sustainability:
- Environmental sustainability; ensuring continuity of life and production.
- Social sustainability, earning trust and support from the community.
- Economic sustainability, securing the long-term growth of our business.
Culture Caviar is more than a caviar producer. It is a promise; a promise to nurture nature, empower people, and craft excellence with conscience.
