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Record number of adult lobsters safely returned to sea in 2024 through BIM's V-notching programme

225 inshore fishers in nearly 80 locations around Ireland took part in BIM's v-notching programme this year, resulting in over 47,000 adult lobsters being safely returned to the sea - the highest number on record.

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Record number of adult lobsters safely returned to sea in 2024 through BIM's V-notching programme

Seafood processors explore cutting edge automation capabilities in Netherlands

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Native oyster fisheries in Murrisk thriving thanks to innovative aquaculture and restoration practices

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Kerry shellfish company recognised at Good Food Ireland Awards

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Irish seafood industry looks to increase value of co-products

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  • Record number of adult lobsters safely returned to sea in 2024 through BIM's V-notching programme

    225 inshore fishers in nearly 80 locations around Ireland took part in BIM's v-notching programme this year, resulting in over 47,000 adult lobsters being safely returned to the sea - the highest number on record.

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  • Seafood processors explore cutting edge automation capabilities in Netherlands

    Irish seafood processors gained insights into how they can use cutting-edge robotics and automation during a visit to state-of-the-art facilities in The Netherlands, as part of a new initiative from Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM).

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  • Native oyster fisheries in Murrisk thriving thanks to innovative aquaculture and restoration practices

    Thanks to Clew Bay Oyster Co-op for organising their members and TY students from local schools to help work on the native oyster nursery in Murrisk, Clew Bay, Co. Mayo this month. Marine ecosystems, particularly native oyster reefs, play a crucial role in providing essential ecosystem services such as coastal protection, carbon sequestration, water filtration, and supporting fisheries production.

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  • Kerry shellfish company recognised at Good Food Ireland Awards

    Réalt na Mara Shellfish was announced as winner of the BIM sponsored Fish and Seafood Producer of the Year at the Good Food Ireland Awards 2024 in Dublin this week.

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  • Irish seafood industry looks to increase value of co-products

    More than 70+ business owners from industry learned about the potential to repurpose nutrient-rich co-products for more valuable uses including food for human consumption, ingredients and nutraceuticals at the latest Seafood Innovation Network event hosted by BIM and Teagasc this week.

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