From the Scottish Government today: In 2023, 10,311 tonnes of common mussel were produced for the table market, this is the highest level of common mussel production recorded in Scotland; During 2023, 3.9 million Pacific oyster shells were produced for the table market; Common mussel and Pacific oyster remain the main species produced in terms of value and tonnage. Common mussel production increased by 13%; The Scottish shellfish farming sector is estimated to be worth approximately £14.1 million at first sale value, an increase of 36% on the 2022 value. https://www.gov.scot/publications/scottish-shellfish-farm-production-survey-2023/documents/ Continue reading Mussel-bound – Scotland’s shellfish industry booms