clams

  • SFPA publishes Irish shellfish classifications

    SFPA publishes Irish shellfish classifications

    26th August 2022

    The Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) has published its annual classification list for commercial bivalve mollusc production areas across Ireland, reports Paul Scott. The authority assessed 135 classifications in 60 production areas against strict safety requirements for human consumption. Nine…

  • Poole Harbour clam and cockle fishery

    Poole Harbour clam and cockle fishery

    27th September 2018

    Fishermen at Poole Harbour in Dorset have achieved a world first by gaining MSC and RFS certifications for a single fishery, reports John Periam All photos by Emma Rance Poole has always looked to the sea for its prosperity. The…

  • Electrofishing razor clam trials in Scotland

    Electrofishing razor clam trials in Scotland

    10th April 2017

    The Scottish government announced last week that it has authorised controlled trials of the controversial method, following the conclusion of a consultation between industry, environmental organisations and local communities. The trials will investigate the size and potential for commercial razor…

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