Ireland's finfish and shellfish farms, rivers and lakes remain free of many diseases that occur in other countries. European fish health regulations aim to safeguard our fish and shellfish from disease.
A new Commission Regulation ((EC) no 175/2010) to deal with increased mortalities in oysters (Crassostrea Gigas) in connection with oyster herpes virus OsHV-1 was published 2nd March 2010. The attached document provides guidance on how the regulation will be implemented from 15th March 2010. A meeting of oyster producers will take place at the Marine Institute, Oranmore 12th March 2010, 10.30am -1.30pm
The Marine Institute is responsible for the implementation of Council Directive 2006/88/EC in Ireland which deals with the health of aquaculture animals and the prevention and control of certain aquatic disease. The Directive was transposed into Irish Law by the European Communities (Health of Aquaculture Animals and Products) Regulations 2008 (SI No. 261 of 2008), and came into effect 1st August 2008. It introduces new measures to reflect the significant growth and development in the aquaculture industry in Ireland over the past 15 years.
Key New Features
Who should apply?
- Finfish and shellfish farmers
- Shellfish purification and dispatch centres
- Put-and-take fishery owners/managers
- Commercial aquaria
- Certain aquaculture processing businesses, ornamental and experimental facilities
What should you do to comply with fish health regulations?
If you are running any of the businesses mentioned above you should:
For more information, please contact Lisa Fitzpatrick or Ayesha Power on 091 387 200 or email fishhealth@marine.ie.
Play your part - protect Ireland's fish health status.