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New record set for Scottish mussel production

New record set for Scottish mussel production

Table production tonnage of mussels for increased by 52% from 5,661 tonnes in 2020 to 8,590 tonnes in 2021, the highest level of mussel production ever recorded in Scotland, according to newly published statistics from the Scottish Government.

US start-up bids to grow oysters from cells

US start-up bids to grow oysters from cells

A US start-up, Pearlita, has announced the opening of a research laboratory to grow oysters from cellular agriculture.

Cheap and quick tests being developed to detect shellfish diseases

Cheap and quick tests being developed to detect shellfish diseases

Aquaculture researchers in Scotland are developing a PCR method that will help detect the presence of a range of diseases and biofouling species affecting oysters and mussels, in a project that could be a significant boost to the health and wellbeing of the shellfish.

Scottish shellfish production fell last year

Scottish shellfish production fell last year

Scotland’s table production tonnage of mussels decreased by 15% from 6,699 tonnes in 2019 to 5,661 tonnes last year, figures from the newly published Scottish Shellfish Farm Production Survey 2020 show.

‘Designer’ algae may open door to shellfish expansion

‘Designer’ algae may open door to shellfish expansion

Marine scientists in Scotland have developed a way of creating ‘designer’ algae that could signal a breakthrough in how shellfish larvae can be produced for the aquaculture industry.

Oyster and mussel farmers ‘need cash help now’

Oyster and mussel farmers ‘need cash help now’

Scotland’s oyster farmers and smaller mussel growers need immediate financial help if their businesses are to survive the economic effects of the coronavirus outbreak, an industry spokesman has warned.

Irish oyster conference is a shell-out

Irish oyster conference is a shell-out

Ireland’s seafood development agency, Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM), was today hosting a seminar for the country’s oyster farming sector, which was valued at €43 million in 2018.

Fast-growing oysters outpace acidification

Fast-growing oysters outpace acidification

Oysters bred for fast growth and disease resistance are able to adapt their shell growth to protect themselves from environmental acidification, according to new research.

Industry buying in to value of genetics, say scientists

Industry buying in to value of genetics, say scientists

A symposium about the future role of genetics and genomics in aquaculture has been declared a major success by its organisers.

The hard shell: Loch Fyne mussels in on Waitrose

The hard shell: Loch Fyne mussels in on Waitrose

Shellfish farmer Loch Fyne Oysters has begun supplying 60 stores run by upmarket food retailer Waitrose with both oysters and mussels grown on the west coast of Scotland.

Shellfish growers flex their mussels in Oban

Shellfish growers flex their mussels in Oban

Scottish Environment Secretary Roseanna Cunningham will today open what promises to be a varied and international Association of Scottish Shellfish Growers (ASSG) annual conference in Oban.

‘Oyster Experience’ added to Ireland's Atlantic trail

‘Oyster Experience’ added to Ireland's Atlantic trail

Ireland’s first dedicated oyster trail and interactive visitor centre has been officially opened in Sligo on the north west coast.

Lottery shells out £50,000 for oyster festival

Lottery shells out £50,000 for oyster festival

The Stranraer Oyster Festival has been awarded nearly £50,000 of National Lottery funding, after winning a public vote.

Shellfish chief rejects 'out of perspective' virus study

Shellfish chief rejects 'out of perspective' virus study

Research suggesting that Scottish shellfish found with tiny levels of the hepatitis E virus (HEV) had been infected by untreated sewage from island homes has been dismissed by Nick Lake, chief executive of the Association of Scottish Shellfish Growers (ASSG).