Shellfish Association of Great Britain

11/06/2026

The 2026 Wash cockle fishery is due to open at 5am on 15 June, subject to agreement with Natural England and consultation with the industry.
It will start with a TAC of 4,992t, a significant uplift on 2025 (3,905t) and 2024 (3,724t), and the usual 2t daily quota per boat will apply, but this will be kept under review to allow most of the TAC to be taken by mid-November, when yields reduce.

https://fishingnews.co.uk/news/wash-cockle-fishery-2026-opening-increased-tac/?fbclid=IwVERDUASXwcRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR7Bj-24TOqT1pTHOhkR1UKVhfL67raAL4Flw9TBCq1u0I3HTCNS9hZNoMtHSA_aem_iLq4m2iZ06RA6RNJSGWZQw

08/06/2026

Calling all academia

Did you know it’s not just catchers & growers who benefit from the specialist information, expertise, and support we offer? SAGB academic membership is an individual membership available for education and research professionals working to advance the field and shape the future of shellfish and shellfisheries.

The Annual SAGB Conference is being held on the 14th & 15th July 2026, and in addition to a discounted membership fee, you will receive a discounted rate to attend the conference.

As an academic member, you are an important link between the research community and the industry. The SAGB can assist you by providing access to industry members (including catchers, growers, hatcheries, and the supply chain), identifying industry partners for grant proposals, offering Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) opportunities, and identifying industry ‘issues’ for project work.

For further details, visit our website www.shellfish.org.uk or contact [email protected].

05/06/2026

05/06/2026

Today is National Fish and Chip Day. And we are celebrating with Scampi & Chips.

Why Scampi?
A much-loved British seafood classic.
Made from UK langoustines, delivering a sweet, delicate flavour.
A versatile menu option that appeals to all ages.
Supports the UK seafood industry and coastal communities.

Why Customers Love It

✓ Crispy golden coating
✓ Succulent seafood centre
✓ Perfect with chunky chips, peas, and tartare sauce
✓ A popular alternative to traditional battered fish

Did You Know?

Scampi is one of the UK's most popular seafood dishes and remains a staple on fish and chip shop menus nationwide.

Celebrate the nation's favourite takeaway by showcasing quality seafood, supporting the industry, and encouraging customers to try a classic plate of Scampi & Chips.

04/06/2026

Put your feet up and catch up on the latest industry news, insights, and member updates in this month's exclusive newsletter, which was emailed on Monday to all our members.

This month's highlights include:

A message from the CEO
SPS Agreement updates
Ecosystem Services of Bivalves Report
APPG for Shellfish Aquaculture
SAGB Conference & Dinner
Lucky Draw
Mollusc Committee update
A Passion for Seafood
New member spotlight
AAC Recommendation
Exporting to Korea
The Cost of EHCs


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27/05/2026

We love this delicious crab pasta recipe from . A great addition to our easy peasy lemon squeezy recipe bank.

Not only simply delicious but provides a nutritional meal, including valuable zinc.

Ingredients
1 x50/50 crab pot
120g pasta
1 onion
10 cherry tomatoes
5 spears of asparagus
Handful of pars
Squeeze of lemon juice
Salt & pepper

26/05/2026

Start planning your June 2026 seafood adventures across the UK, because there are plenty of shellfish-themed festivals and coastal celebrations to enjoy with the whole family.

Here are some standout events already confirmed for June 2026:

🦀The Swanage Fish & Food Festival returns to Swanage Bay on 13–14 June with fresh oysters, mussels, scallops, seafood cookery demos, live music, and a dedicated children’s “Little Fishes” activity area. It’s free to attend and designed for families.

🦪Seafood lovers in the south can also enjoy the Brighton Oyster Festival from 19–28 June, featuring oyster tastings, seafood pairings, sparkling wine events, and oyster-shucking competitions at venues across Brighton.

🦞For those interested in the wider seafood and shellfish industry, Aquaculture UK arrives in Glasgow on 16–17 June with exhibits focused on sustainable aquaculture, shellfish farming, and seafood innovation.

Whether you enjoy crab, oysters, mussels, lobster, or simply a great seaside atmosphere, June offers plenty of opportunities to celebrate the UK’s shellfish traditions with family-friendly food festivals and coastal events.

22/05/2026

🦞 The Future of Seafood & Shellfish Takes Centre Stage at the SAGB Annual Conference – 14–15 July 2026.

To book your ticket, follow https://lnkd.in/evScrFit

Industry leaders, scientists, innovators, and seafood businesses will come together this July to tackle the biggest challenges and opportunities facing the shellfish and aquaculture sectors — from sustainability and seafood welfare to innovation, global markets, and future growth.

Join the conversation at the SAGB Annual Conference on 14–15 July for two days of expert speakers, industry insight, networking, and forward-thinking discussion shaping the future of the shellfish sector.

Session 3 Preview – Crustacea & Seafood Innovation
Chaired by Mike Roach (NFFO & Chair of the SAGB Crustacea Committee), Session 3 brings together leading voices from across the seafood and aquaculture sectors for an afternoon focused on sustainability, welfare, innovation, and industry leadership.

🕜 – The Member’s Slot
Presentation of SAGB’s inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr Colin Bannister, introduced by Gary Hodgson, Venture Seafoods.

🕑 – Keynote Speaker
Colin Faulkner, CEO of Seafish
“Rising to Global Challenges in the Seafood Sector”

🕝 - Rod Wilson & Rob Ellis, University of Exeter
The UK Sustainable King Prawn Project
🕒 - Keith Jeffery, Cefas
The Development of an Aquaculture Portal

🦞 – Crustacean Welfare Session
• Michelle Boonstra & Mike Breen – Catch Welfare Platform
• Stefan Tijsen – Clawbinder Pro Project
• Kara Brydson, FIS – Nephrops Tailing Machine Trials

Followed by an open panel discussion on crustacean welfare facilitated by the session chair.

19/05/2026

It is not long before the 56th Conference of the Shellfish Association of Great Britain.

This annual event is a key date in the UK shellfish calendar, bringing the industry together to hear from Ministers from England, Wales, and Scotland, alongside leading experts and industry representatives, on topics including market opportunities, stock management, the UK shellfish market, international trade, and more.

Opening the second session, Cassie Leisk from New England Seafood and Chair of the SAGB Processor Committee will welcome speakers and chair this session.

Session 2
Speakers include:
KEYNOTE SPEAKER Wales Minister (tbc) Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and Rural Affairs, Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government
William Davies, Group CSR Manager, Sofina Foods Europe & Nephrops FIP Chair, The UK Nephrops Fishery Improvement Project
Florence Peyton-Jones, Aquaculture Asset Advisor, The Crown Estate Marine Delivery Roadmap - how to get aquaculture on the map

Some tickets are still available https://shellfish.org.uk/conference/

Thank you to our speakers and sponsors; without them, the conference could not go ahead.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Save the date for SAGB’s 56th Annual Conference & Dinner!This year’s conference will be on the Tuesday 14th and Wednesday 15th July 2026. The conference will held be at The Crown Estate building (What 3 words: drain.passes.asset) with picturesque views overlooking the city. The Annual SAGB Black...

18/05/2026

Just 8 weeks to go before the 56th Conference of the Shellfish Association of Great Britain.

This annual event is a key date in the UK shellfish calendar, bringing the industry together to hear from Ministers from England, Wales, and Scotland, alongside leading experts and industry representatives, on topics including market opportunities, stock management, the UK shellfish market, international trade, and more.

Opening the first day, SAGB Chairman Mike Warner will welcome delegates and chair the first session.

Session 1
Speakers include:
KEYNOTE SPEAKER – Minister (TBC), Minister of State at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra).
Anneli Löfstedt – Postdoctoral Research Assistant, University of Oxford. The Role of Shellfish in the UK Diet.
Linda Wood, CEO of Community Catch
Overcoming Market Access Barriers for Socially Responsible and Environmentally Sustainable Small-Scale Fisheries.

Some tickets are still available https://shellfish.org.uk/conference/

Thank you to our sponsors; without them, the conference could not go ahead.

We look forward to seeing you there!