Welsh Seafood Cluster and Market Development project Newsletter

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SUMMER 2019

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UPDATES FROM THE WELSH SEAFOOD CLUSTER, SEAFOOD MARKET DEVELOPMENT PROJECT, AND WELSH GOVERNMENT

WHAT’S NEW?

STUDY VISIT Nigel Barden (Scala Radio) and Mike Warner (SAGB) had a whistle-stop tour of seafood businesses across North Wales.

The tour took them to The Lobster Pot, Menai Oysters, Menai Mussels, Món Dressed Crab and Halen Món. Nigel was overwhelmed with the freshness and quality of the Seafood, therefore sparked an idea to incorporate a Lasagne recipe using Môn Dressed Crab on his cooking and food show on Scala Radio which he co-hosts with Simon Mayo.

Please follow the link below to find the delicious crab lasagne recipe. planetradio.co.uk/scala-radio/ entertainment/food-drink/crab-lasagne/

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SEAFOOD EXPO GLOBAL, BRUSSELS, 7TH – 9TH MAY 2019

We flew the Welsh flag for the second time at this years Seafood Expo Global, providing an opportunity for the six Welsh Seafood Cluster members who attended to explore and develop new export markets, to encounter new business and to learn and observe new and emerging trends in global seafood markets.

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Workshops & Training We have successfully held the following workshops in collaboration with Seafish training - Shellfish preparation, Fish filleting, Bivalve depuration, these were held in locations across North and South Wales.

Cluster members attended to develop their skills further. They all received a certificate on completion of the courses. Well done everyone!

‘As a new business, developing our skills from industry experts was essential to ensure we serve our product and customer at ‘Catch of the Day’ Fishmongers to the best of our ability. The skills courses offered through our Seafood Cluster did this perfectly, with hands on and knowledge shared from professionals who are experts in the field.’ Jane Roche - Catch of the Day, Cardigan.

Due to popular demand we are planning a Training & Upskilling Programme based on your requirements.

Further sessions will include; Smoking, Finance, Quality Assessment of Shellfish & Wet Fish, Selling your product and Pest Control. If there are other topics you would like us to include, please get in touch with us.

Finance 1-2-1 surgeries will be held in North Wales on the 25th & 26th of September and in South Wales on the 2nd and 3rd of October. Exact locations to be confirmed. If you are interested in attending one of the surgeries, please contact Sian Davies.

Further information will be posted on our Social Media platforms and emailed to our Cluster members. #WelshSeafood #BwydMôrCymru

CURRENT ACTIVITY ACROSS WALES

SEAFOOD MARKET DEVELOPMENT PROJECT The Wales Seafood Market Development Project has been developed on behalf of the Welsh seafood industry by Menter a Busnes with the support of Seafish, working in collaboration with the Seafood Market Development Industry Steering Group.

The project will deliver focused marketing campaigns that promote Welsh seafood amongst key target markets identified by the industry Steering Group, and will support seafood festivals across Wales via the Seafood Festival Support Scheme.

Meet THE FISHERMEN The short film produced in collaboration with WFA and the Seafood Cluster was premiered during our Cluster meetings in February. In the film we get to meet four Welsh Fishermen, Brett Garner, Dean Parry, Nigel Saunders and Trevor Jones, who give us an insight into their daily working lives within the industry. Initial responses have been positive, and this film can be seen in various seafood festivals around Wales, as well as on our social media platforms.

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SEAFOOD FESTIVAL SUPPORT SCHEME Do you have an idea for an event that promotes Seafood? If so, get in touch with Nia at the EMFF Project for more information. As part of the project administered through Menter a Busnes, individuals or groups of people can make an application for up to £2000 of funding to go towards activities that promote Seafood.

To date, we have supported events at Caernarfon, Aberaeron, Milford Haven and many more.

To receive an Application pack, email Nia Griffith on nia.griffith@ menterabusnes.co.uk, or for an informal chat about your idea, contact Nia on: 07961205314

Fish & Chips

SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP Working with NEODA and local Fish & Chip shops across Wales, we aim that this project will offer tasty seafood alternatives that isn’t currently found in your average Fish & Chip Shop. If you think your catch of the day could be a good addition to any chippy’s menu, get in touch with us to discuss further.

PACKAGING SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP Due to industry demand, the Seafood Cluster have set up a Packaging Special Interest Group to work collaboratively to respond to the increasing challenge of sourcing sustainable packaging. Two sessions and additional 1 to 1 sessions have been held to date by Steve Jackson packaging consultancy.

“I attended the packaging workshop and found it useful and interesting. Being a company with strong ethical and environmental credentials means that we are always looking for sustainable ways to improve. Meeting Steve and hearing him talk helped us see how complicated the whole packaging debate is, and gave us some ideas on how to find solutions.”

Alison Lea-Wilson - Halen Môn We are always exploring other innovative options and how we can reduce plastic waste. If you are interested in attending a session, please let us know.

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EVENTS TASTE WALES 2019 Taste Wales - the International Food and Drink event was held at the Celtic Manor on the 20th and 21st of March 2019. The event brought together producers, buyers and food industry professionals from across the globe, creating new business opportunities for several Seafood Cluster members.

SEAFOOD Festivals The #WelshSeafood boat has been launched and is currently sailing its way around various seafood festivals across Wales to raise awareness of the Welsh Seafood Industry. To date the project has supported 14 festivals and events across Wales. If you’re in the area, you’re welcome to join us on the stand to share your knowledge with visitors.

FORTHCOMING FESTIVALS AND EVENTS 11th August 2019 - Aberystwyth Promenade 21st & 22nd September 2019 - Abergavenny Food Festival

FISHMONGER CHAMPIONSHIPS This year, the British Fish Craft Championships will be held in Cardiff on Saturday the 24th and Sunday the 25th of august at the Roald Dahl Plass, Cardiff Bay. The Seafood Marketing Development Project has sponsored the ‘Celebration of Welsh Seafood’ competition.

Please follow this link for further information and details of how you can enter the exciting competitions: fishmongers.info/craft/Brochure2019.pdf

MOBILE TANK

For Hire!

The Seafood Market Development Project has recently purchased a small and very mobile Lobster tank which can hold a couple of Lobster or Crab. Full training can be given in regard to set up. The tank is available for hire through Nia Griffith.

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ROYAL WELSH SHOW 2019 FOOD HALL

TRADE LOUNGE

Shore Seafoods and Cardigan Bay Fish both sold their ‘catch’ in the main food hall at the Royal Welsh Show 2019. Both sold a range of quality seafood including dressed crab and lobster, mussels and pate’s.

Again this year, we had presence at the buyers lounge. We had a section of the lounge dedicated to seafood. The live lobster tank was there along with a display fridge which showcased an array of quality Welsh species. During the course of the week, there was high volume of retail buyers, food producers, food writers and high profile politicians.

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CHINA FISHERIES AND SEAFOOD EXPO 2019 QINGDAO, CHINA 30TH OCTOBER – 1ST NOVEMBER 2019 The cost includes: • Tailored in-market programme including market briefing, meetings with potential buyers through Tractus Asia • Company details and branding included in the visit catalogue • B&B 3* Accommodation for 3 nights in Qingdao, China • Return flights to Qingdao from a UK airport • Business support and advice pre, during and post market visit

CONTRIBUTION FROM BUSINESS The cost to participate in this Trade Development Visit is subsidised by the Welsh Government, a contribution of 25% of the total cost (TBC) will be required by each business attending. Companies are responsible for arranging their own Chinese Visa’s. Further information can be found: visaforchina.org

INTERESTED? Please contact: Caroline Dawson at: caroline.dawson@ menterabusnes.co.uk or 01745 770272 if you wish to learn more about this visit or for an application form.

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SEAFOOD CLUSTER Notice Board

DO YOU HAVE ANY INFORMATION THAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE WITH FELLOW CLUSTER MEMBERS? WHY NOT SHARE NEWS ON DEVELOPMENTS, AWARDS, NEW PRODUCTS, EXPERIENCES OR OPPORTUNITIES FOR PARTNERSHIP WORKING WITH OTHERS WITHIN THE INDUSTRY.

FOR "SAIL" - ICE MACHINE Please contact Michael Heard-Hughes 01286 672672 for further information.

PROSPECTIVE PROJECTS AND STUDY VISITS: CLUSTER Have you heard of or seen good practice that would be worthy of a Study Visit to learn more about? Do you have an idea that the Seafood Cluster could help to develop as a project? If so, let us know!

WELSH GOVERNMENT CONSULTATION BREXIT AND OUR SEAS The Welsh Government has published a consultation about Brexit and Our Seas. They want your views, ideas and aspirations for our seas to ensure the Welsh marine environment and fishing fleets can prosper in a post EU world. gov.wales/marine-and-fisheries-policies-walesafter-brexit

FUTURE STRATEGY & PLANNING FOR FOOD AND DRINK IN WALES The consultation will run for a period of 12 weeks and will close on the 15 October 2019. businesswales.gov.wales/foodanddrink/futurestrategy-planning-food-and-drink-wales

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Your Hidden Depths GETTING TO KNOW THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE INDUSTRY.

SOCIAL MEDIA We would like to encourage you, when posting anything related to the seafood industry in Wales to use our hashtag #WelshSeafood

Get #WelshSeafood out there and spread the love!!

SEAFOOD MARKET DEVELOPMENT STEERING GROUP Back in February we formed a Seafood Market Development Steering Group. We are always on the lookout for new and willing members from across the supply chain. Our next meeting will be held in September in North Wales.

If you wish to get involved contact Nia Griffith: nia.griffith@menterabusnes.co.uk

RICHARD WILLIAMS, WM SHELLFISH Where are your 3 favourite places in Wales?

Llanddwyn, Beaumaris, Porthdinllaen What is your favourite seafood dish?

Lobster and Scallops Who’s the most famous person you’ve ever met?

Freddie Kruger If you were going to be stranded on a desert island, what 3 things would you take with you?

Suncream, sunglasses and speedos Name one person (dead or alive) that you wouldn’t mind being stuck in a lift with?

Vladimir Putin Who within the Industry have you nominated to complete the ‘Fishing for Information’ questionnaire for the next edition of the Newsletter? Keith Ross, Shellfish Bigorneaux ltd #WelshSeafood #BwydMôrCymru

WELSH SEAFOOD DIRECTORY Are you in the latest version of the Welsh Seafood Directory? This directory is available online and in hard copy for distribution. businesswales.gov.wales/foodanddrink/growingyour-business/clusters

CONTACT US Caroline Dawson Project Manager T: 01745 770272 E: caroline.dawson@menterabusnes.co.uk Sian Davies Development Manager T: 07538074260 E: sian.davies@menterabusnes.co.uk Nia Griffith Events and Marketing (Part Time) T: 07961205314 E: nia.griffith@menterabusnes.co.uk Victoria Williams Cluster Executive (Part Time) T: 01248 205314 E: victoria.williams@menterabusnes.co.uk For further information please contact E: clwstwrbwydmorcymru@menterabusnes.co.uk For regular seafood updates follow the Welsh Seafood Cluster on Facebook & Twitter: @ClwstwrBwydMor

Clwstwr Bwyd Môr Cymru / Wales Seafood Cluster

#WelshSeafood #BwydMôrCymru This project has received funding through the Welsh Government Rural Communities - Rural Development Programme 2014-2020, which is funded by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the Welsh Government.

The Seafood Market Development Project has received funding through the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund, which is funded by the European Union and the Welsh Government.

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