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The sector’s voice in Europe
Shellfish farming is highly impacted by European decisions regarding aquaculture, food, animal and public health, marketing norms as well as by the environmental legislation. On the other hand, shellfish farming offers many solutions to help tackle challenges identified as part of the European Green Deal.
Here are the main issues for the sector:
Water quality :
Shellfish farming is highly dependent on the quality of coastal waters. The CNC is therefore engaged in preventing water pollution and promoting a better implementation of the EU’s water and environmental legislation.
Sustainable food systems :
Shellfish farming entirely happens in the natural environment without any feed or medication inputs. Shellfish feed of phytoplankton, absorbing nitrogen, phosphorous and CO2 present in their environment. While offering many ecosystemic services, shellfish represent a source of healthy proteins. It is only logical that the CNC wants to contribute to the EU’s transition to more sustainable food systems.
Maritime spatial planning and synergies across sectors :
The shellfish farming sector requires more dedicated space on coastal areas to grow and further contribute to greener food production. The CNC argues for more synergies between various uses of the maritime space, including with offshore energy production and cocultures.
The CNC is therefore involved in shaping EU policies :
- As an active member of the Aquaculture Advisory Council (AAC). The CNC contributes to advising the European Commission and EU Member States on any matter affecting aquaculture and shellfish farming. The AAC includes a Shellfish Working Group (WG 2) which is today chaired by a CNC representative. The latest recommendations are available HERE.
- As a founding member of the European Molluscan Producers’ Association of which gathers national and regional producers’ associations from France, Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, Ireland and the UK.
The CNC registered on the EU Transparency register: 927325533716-39
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