Supporting the Irish Seafood Industry
Bord Iascaigh Mhara helps to develop the Irish Seafood Industry by providing technical expertise, business support, funding, training and promoting responsible environmental practice.
Bord Iascaigh Mhara helps to develop the Irish Seafood Industry by providing technical expertise, business support, funding, training and promoting responsible environmental practice.
The latest National Seafood Survey for fisheries launched in October 2023, (collecting data for 2022) closed at the end of January with 500 surveys completed by vessel owners, more than double the survey returns from last year and the highest response rate achieved for the fleet yet. Survey returns from the inshore fleet, in particular, were significantly higher this year.
Read moreAs an island nation and with over 8,000 kms of coastland, Ireland has a rich tradition in fishing and aquaculture. Our coastal communities have worked in harmony with nature and have been to the forefront in ensuring the sustainable development of our natural resources, while passing on the knowledge, expertise and passion for the seafood way of life, throughout the generations.
Adrian and his wife Diane are the driving force behind Ballycotton Seafood, a family-owned fish and seafood business which is renowned in East Cork and beyond for its fresh fish and tasty range of ready-to-make meals carefully prepared every day by two full-time chefs.
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