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Highest ever mussel production

Success for the shellfish industry.

The value of the shellfish industry has increased by 18 per cent to £10.5 million at first sale value in 2014, according to latest survey published by the Scottish Government today.

The survey also shows 7,683 tonnes of mussels was produced in 2014, the highest ever on record and the production of pacific oyster shells has increased by 9 per cent over the last year.

Commenting on the findings of the Scottish shellfish farm production survey 2014 Dr Aileen McLeod said:

“I welcome today’s figures which highlight the continued growth in the shellfish sector, which is now worth £10.5 million at first sale.

“The aquaculture industry supports employment and the economic wellbeing of many fragile rural communities across Scotland. These latest figures also show employment levels in the shellfish industry have increased by 4 per cent in 2014.

“The Scottish shellfish industry has great potential and the sector is entering a significant period. The Shellfish Working Group has published an exciting programme of work, which includes a commitment to produce an industry-owned strategy for growth for the sector as well as supporting proposals for a Scottish shellfish hatchery.”

Notes To Editors

The full statistical publication can be accessed at: www.gov.scot/Topics/marine/Fish-Shellfish/FHI/surveys

 

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