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Irish Seafood Industry: BIM and the Growth of Aquaculture

✍️ Fish Index Editorial 📅 2025-05-31 industry-news

Ireland's seafood industry is undergoing significant transformation, with Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM) supporting growth in aquaculture, value-added processing, and export markets.

<h2>Ireland's Seafood Sector</h2> <p>Ireland's seafood industry is a significant contributor to the national economy, particularly in coastal communities along the Wild Atlantic Way. The sector encompasses wild capture fisheries, aquaculture, and seafood processing, with total output valued at over €1.2 billion annually.</p> <h2>Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM)</h2> <p>Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM) is Ireland's seafood development agency, responsible for supporting the sustainable development of the Irish seafood industry. BIM provides a range of services including technical advice, training, market development support, and financial assistance to seafood businesses. The agency's Origin Green programme promotes Ireland's credentials as a sustainable seafood producer.</p> <h2>Aquaculture Growth</h2>

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