Piloting a commercial mussel hatchery

Project summary

Project life: 30 months

Anticipated benefits

A reliable source of mussel spat; higher yields; increased export opportunities; and new job opportunities for some of Scotland’s most remote mainland and island communities.

35%

Industry Contribution

6%

SAIC Contribution

59%

Academia Contribution

Partners

  • SSMG
  • Highlands and Islands Enterprise
  • The University of the Highlands and Islands

Case study

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