China and Taiwan help drive huge expansion for New Zealand's green mussel exports to Asia
SEAFOODNEWS.COM [SCOM] December 10, 2014
China and Taiwan are among the top markets in Asia that are fueling growth in New Zealand's Greenshell mussel industry according to the Aquaculture New Zealand (AQNZ).
A recent study by the Ministry for Primary Industries shows that 91% of New Zealander’s support the sustainable growth of aquaculture because of its ability to create green jobs in regional areas through environmentally friendly production of premium seafood. The group said it is a very encouraging sign for the industry.
“Asia can’t get enough New Zealand Greenshell mussels,” AQNZ Chief Executive Gary Hooper said. “The popularity is driven by the quality, purity, taste, health properties and the reputation of the product. Consumers deliberately seek out premium New Zealand farmed mussels because they know they come from pristine waters, are handled with integrity and are guaranteed safe products they can trust.”
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