FS23-0209 Feb 2009 Pacific oyster aquaculture – developing a protocol

Summary

Naturally settled (wild) Pacific oysters are being found in our coastal waters, especially in the south east and along the south coast of England. This is causing concern from environmental organisations particularly where the natural spatfalls have occurred in Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). When setting up new businesses, when expanding existing businesses and when renewing permissions to cultivate Pacific oysters in MPAs, an Appropriate Assessment may have to be carried out. The information in this Fact sheet should help anyone involved in such a process and provide them with a link to additional information.

Author

• Sue Utting

Publication Reference No.

FS23_02.09

Publication date

01 February 2009