Ropes to Reefs Project

Advancements in Offshore Mussel Farming: Ropes to Reefs Meeting Highlights David Jarrad participated in the recent Ropes to Reefs Partner Meeting, which includes collaborators such as the University of Plymouth,

Export of Live Crabs, UK to China

Lobbying Efforts for UK Crab Exports: SAGB’s Advocacy SAGB continues its advocacy efforts with Defra’s markets access team and the British Embassy in Beijing regarding the UK’s challenges in accessing

From our President, Mike Mitchell

I can hardly recall a time when our industry has not faced significant challenges. Whether these be the result of changing regulation, political upheaval, poor water quality, challenging market conditions,

Socio-economic Impacts of Water Quality

Check out the latest findings from the Shellfish Aquaculture Growth Board (SAGB) in their report prepared by Joe Redfern. The report unveils the significant socio-economic repercussions of deteriorating water quality

APPG News

Our Cheif Executive, David Jarrad, recently took part in the ASSG conference in Oban, serving as a judge for the Best Scottish Shellfish competition and delivering a keynote address. They

Getting to Grips with UK Shellfish

This month, UK shellfish expert and cook, Rosemary Williams, shares with us her journey and how through demonstrating how to prepare and cook all kinds of shellfish, she is slowly

A Suffolk Oyster Heritage

With the native oyster season in full swing now and the chance for many of use who’s passion involves a regular saline smack around the chops, this time of year

Hearts and Minds

As the Shellfish Promotion Project speeds its way through second and final year, the emphasis latterly has been on education and not just for adults either. Although we’ve focussed on

Crab & Lobster FMP

Crab and Lobster Fisheries Management Plan Consultation: SAGB’s Response SAGB, with input from members, has responded to Defra’s consultation on the Crab and Lobster Fisheries Management Plan (FMP). Amidst a

Queens of the Loch

During the past two years that the SAGB Shellfish Promotion Project has been running, we have focussed on both the wild capture and aquaculture sectors. Innovation features highly in both