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ASC Accreditation for Scottish Farmed Oysters
Isle of Mull Oysters are now the only ASC certified Oysters in Scotland. Whilst the production processes largely remain the same the chain of custody process has helped to organise and document a process of farming that has been learnt over…
Meet The Team – Wojciech Zdzisinski
We are proud to have fantastic staff here at Scottish
Shellfish who have a real passion for our produce, the Scottish outdoors, and
who embody our sustainable and environmentally friendly ethos – we think they
are so great we want you to…
An Interview with an Oyster Farmer
Interview with Gordon Turnbull from Mull Oysters Ltd - September 2019
Where do you live and where do you work?
I live near Dervaig on the Isle of Mull. I farm pacific oysters in the waters of Loch a Chumhainn.
How long have you…
10 years celebrating Scottish Food & Drink
It’s the Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight from the Saturday 31stAugust until Sunday 15thSeptember 2019 and this year is special because they are celebrating 10 years of the fantastic fortnight that is dedicated to celebrating Scotland’s…
Slow Fish
Fast Food v Slow Food
McDonald’s, Burger King and KFC…we are a generation which has grown up embracing the idea of ‘fast food’ on the go. However, armed with an increase in knowledge, more and more people are now starting to…
What is Seaganism?
There is sea of information (no pun intended!) out there about healthy eating and the impact of food production versus sustainability.
Many people are looking for ways to make changes to their diet that won’t cost the earth – and seaganism…
Year of Young People
The Year of Young People 2018
As we come to the end of the year in the next couple of weeks, we should celebrate what a fantastic year it has been for the Scottish Government's #YOYP2018 and how it has highlighted the fantastic young people…
Welcome to Fassfern Mussels
Hi, I'm Alan Bryne. I'm a mussel farmer and I farm with my brother Lawrie on the West Coast of Scotland. We are producers of high-quality rope grown mussels, our farm is based near Fort William, Inverness-shire.
Optimum growing conditions
Our…
National Mussel Day 2018
Fascinating facts about Scotland’s favourite shellfish . . .
Sales of mussels are on the increase, at home and abroad. You can see from our site how popular mussel recipes are and Scottish shellfish is celebrated the world over. Last year…
Winter is coming . . .
Summer is over
I am writing on a brisk Shetland autumn day, which anyone might mistake for a full-blown winter’s gale in more southerly climates. As often as not up here, the weather snaps from summer to winter in one fell swoop and the…
When it comes to Seafood, Sustainability is Key
Sustainability
Sustainability. It’s a word that is bandied around a lot these days. And at Scottish Shellfish it’s at the very heart of what we do. But do you know what it actually means?
A fragile balance
Today, we’re very aware of…
Can you eat mussels in July?
Legend has it that you should only eat oysters when there’s an ‘r’ in the month. Indeed, some say this applies to all shellfish. But we don’t want you to miss out on the produce from our pristine lochs and coastlines during the summer…
2018 Seafood Product of the Year
On Wednesday the 23rd May 2018, we were absolutely delighted to have won the Aquaculture UK "Seafood Product of the Year" for our Moules Frites product for Morrison's.
Stiff Competition!
There was fairly stiff competition in the category…
Love Food, Hate Waste
Eat well, save money!
If you’re anything like us, you probably love food and hate waste. There are some quite shocking statistics out there about how much food is wasted every year. Last year, waste and recycling advisory body Wrap published…
Shellfish farming – A proud tradition
Traditional healthy fare
Historically, shellfish was the food of the masses, but today it’s often regarded as a delicacy. And because of the relative rarity of consumption, some regard shellfish with suspicion. But seafood in general and…
Celebrate St Patrick’s Day with Scottish Shellfish and Guinness!
Scottish Shellfish and Guinness? With the exception of oysters, perhaps it’s not the most obvious choice. But sometimes the most surprising combinations can be the most delicious…
Celtic connections
As St Patrick’s Day looms, it’s…
Oysters the well-known aphrodisiac!
Casanova’s breakfast choice
Valentine’s Day is upon us! Now is the time to plan a special meal that will tantalise your loved one. Oysters the well-known aphrodisiac, purportedly increasing the libido of all who eat them. In fact, Casanova…
A Short History of Scottish Oysters
Working class food
It seems odd to modern foodies that Scottish oysters were once a mainstay of the working classes. A luxury item around the world in the 21st century, they were cheap and plentiful up until the beginning of the 19th. Roman…
Mussels for his muscles!
Paul Brannen
Paul has work has worked for us in various roles for 10 years, and is now 28 years old. He currently works on the nightshift hygiene team. A local lad, coming from Coatbridge.
Fight Deal
Paul has successfully obtained a 4 fight…
A Short History of Scottish Mussels
Cultural Delight
Mussels are a cultural delight: a dish that you are as likely to find in a fine dining restaurant as in the local pub, and quick and easy to whip up at home. Scottish mussels are some of the best in the world. Prepared with…
What are Omega 3 fatty acids & what are the benefits?
In recent years there have been many TV adverts and health promotions highlighting how important Omega 3 fatty acids are for our health. How they are particularly good for your brain, but what are the other benefits?
Fatty Acids
Omega 3 is…
Choosing the right alcoholic drink for your mussel or oyster dish
Choosing the right alcoholic beverage to go with your dish can be quite difficult if you are not much of a connoisseur. Do you find yourself standing in the wine aisle, in the supermarket, staring blankly at the bottles? Then this simple guide…
Oysters for the poor!
It’s hard to believe that oysters used to be considered a peasants’ food. Barrels of ice and freshly shucked oysters were to be found on London street corners, and pubs served them up with pints as a snack.
Cheap and sustainable
The reason…
Are all shellfish good for you?
Last month we told you all about the health benefits of mussels but what are the health benefits of all shellfish?
Extra energy
Glowing skin
Healthy heart
To name a few, it’s hard to beat shellfish.
Shellfish are full of nutrients,…
What are the Health Benefits of Mussels?
Mussels are an under-appreciated wonder food. Full of vitamins and minerals, high in protein and low in fat. It is a wonder these culinary stars are not more of a staple in the British diet. However, with more information about the health…
Why Scottish mussels are more environmentally friendly than ever!
Did you know that Scottish rope grown mussels have one of the lowest carbon footprints around for any kind of protein production?
In this modern age where sustainability and low environmental impact are seen as essential components of modern…
Try the ‘food of love’ this Valentine’s Day!
Mussels make the perfect Valentine’s Day treat – quick and easy to cook, and looking absolutely sensational when served on a plate!
Indeed, mussels really are the ‘food of love’. They contain life-enhancing minerals like magnesium,…
The ultimate superfood – make Scottish mussels part of your healthy eating programme!
With the New Year upon us, now is the time to get eating healthily – and when it comes to superfoods, then mussels are right there at the top!
Mussels, oysters and other shellfish can play a crucial role in maintain good health and for…
Scottish mussels and oysters make the perfect Christmas treat!
Mussels and oysters make a great Christmas treat and are the ideal special occasion food, easy to prepare and taste so good too!
Whether it is a delicious mussel ready meal from your local supermarket or buying from the fresh fish counter…
Sustainable and proud of it!
Sustainability is very much a ‘buzzword’ nowadays, and quite rightly so, because it is now more important than ever that our food comes from sustainable and responsible sources.
We are rather proud of the fact that our cultivated mussels…
Scottish Shellfish Marketing Group shortlisted for Scottish Food & Drink Excellence Award
The Scottish Shellfish Marketing Group (SSMG) has been shortlisted in the Scottish Food & Drink Excellence Awards for a scallop party food dish.
Featuring succulent queen scallops in a cream and chardonnay sauce with a crunchy ciabatta…
New appointment for Scottish Shellfish Marketing Group will aid growth
The Scottish Shellfish Marketing Group has appointed Nicola Cargill as National Account Manager.
Managing key multiple retail and foodservice accounts, Nicola brings a wealth of experience to SSMG, joining the company from Langmead Produce…
Scottish Shellfish launches new website
The Scottish Shellfish Marketing Group’s website has undergone major redesign so as to broaden its appeal for users.
New features of the site include visually appealing descriptions of how Scottish mussels and oysters are cultivated, recipes…
£1.9m plan for Scotland’s first shellfish hatchery
A PILOT to test the commercial viability of a mussel hatchery in Scotland will be established in Scalloway, Shetland, it has been announced
The Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) and Highlands and Islands Enterprise launched the…
Scottish Shellfish at SAIC’s first annual conference
The Scottish Shellfish Marketing Group (SSMG) will be attending the Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre’s (SAIC) first annual event and conference at Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh on 18 November 2018.
The event will bring together invited…
Food Minister visits SSMG to announce record Scottish food & drink turnover
Food Secretary Richard Lochhead visited the Scottish Shellfish Marketing Group (SSMG) on 9 September to announce that the Scottish food and drink sector generated a record turnover of £14.3 billion in 2013.
Scottish shellfish farming is…
Mussel Power – how farmed shellfish can save the world!
Film & TV actress and screenwriter Emer Kenny of East Enders, Pramface & Badultssupports Mussel Power the kickstarter crowd-funding documentary project about how farmed shellfish can help fight climate change.
“The Mussel Power…
Scottish Shellfish Marketing Group scoops product of the year award
The Scottish Shellfish Marketing Group (SSMG) scooped the Aquaculture Seafood Product of the Year Award at last night’s (11 June) Scottish Marine Aquaculture Awards.
SSMG won the prestigious award for its new range of mussel ready meals…
Scottish Shellfish Marketing Group shortlisted at Scottish Marine Aquaculture Awards
The Scottish Shellfish Marketing Group (SSMG) has been shortlisted in two different categories at the forthcoming Scottish Marine Aquaculture Awards in recognition of its work in environmental stewardship and product innovation.
The awards…
Treat your loved one to a Valentine’s Day shellfish treat!
There is no doubting that delicious Scottish mussels and oysters really are the ‘food of love’!
As well as being associated inextricably with romance, oysters and mussels are also incredibly good for you, being rich in minerals and vitamins,…
Scottish mussels to take a starring role on James Martin Home Comforts programme
Scottish rope grown mussels produced by Inverlussa Shellfish on the Isle of Mull will take a starring role on BBC TV’s James Martin Home Comforts programme.
A TV crew from the programme visited Inverlussa last summer and saw at first-hand…
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