Overview
Fisheries are composed of one or more parts, each of which is entitled to receive an MSC certificate. These parts or “units” are defined by their target stock(s), fishing gear type(s) and if relevant vessel type(s), and the fishing fleets or groups of vessels.
Attention
Some or all units that participated in this fishery are now covered by another assessment. Please see the DFPO mussel, cockle and oyster for more information.
Catch by Species
| Species | Reported Catch Year | Metric Tonnes |
|---|---|---|
| Blue mussel (Mytilus edulis) | 2020 | 24,902 |
Information is provided by an independent Conformity Assessment Body as live weight (the weight of species at the time of catch, before processing) and where a fishing season covers multiple years, the end year is given as the reported catch year. Additional information is available in the latest report, see the assessments page.
About this Fishery
This is a re-assessment that combines three fisheries previously independently assessed and certified to the MSC Fisheries Standard 2012.
- Isefjord and East Jutland Danish blue shell mussel
- Seafood Romo East Jutland and Isefjord blue shell mussel dredge
- Vilsund Blue East Jutland blue shell mussel dredge