New reports published by Ireland's seafood development agency BIM show increasing importance of seafood processing as an economic driver for the country's 10 principal port communities.
Five young chefs will embark on programme with seafood producers along Ireland's west coast, which includes expert mentorship from a Michelin-starred chef.
The Sustainable Aquaculture Scheme, Young Fisher Scheme and Seafood Processing Capital Investment Scheme are implemented under Ireland’s Seafood Development Programme.
Investments in processing technologies, stronger exports, and record prices achieved for mackerel contributed to growth of 4% in 2024, according to BIM's "Business of Seafood" report.
The blue economy event begins with a plenary session featuring Irish Prime Minister, Micheál Martin, and European Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans, Costas Kadis.
