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Gold Member Case Study - Bantry Bay Premium Seafoods

Bantry Bay Premium Seafoods, founded by the Murnane family, grows organic blueshell mussels in Bantry Bay, following local mussel harvesting traditions. Their facility in Gearhies, Co. Cork, processes mussels for global markets. Employing 42 locals, they use natural techniques and biodegradable ropes to nurture high-quality mussels enjoyed worldwide.

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Sustainability Achievements

Bantry Bay Seafoods exceeded its target milestone by launching five healthy sauces with reduced fat and sugar, with two more in development.

  • Targets Reported: Raw Materials Certification, Supplier Sustainability Initiatives, Packaging, Energy/Emissions, Waste, Product Health and Nutrition, and Community Engagement.
  • Exemplary Targets: Packaging, Energy/Emissions, and Product Health and Nutrition.
  • Awarded Gold Membership: 2022, 2023, 2024
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In 2023, Bantry Bay Premium Seafoods prioritised the nutritional quality of their produce, reflecting a deliberate commitment to promoting health-conscious consumption.  Mussels are an affordable and nutritious protein source, low in carbohydrates (less than 5g/100g) and fat (less than 1g/100g). Promoting mussels both locally and globally is essential, given their low carbon footprint.

To sustainably feed our growing population, Bantry Bay Premium Seafoods have focused on extensively produced proteins like mussels. In 2023, the company exceeded its target milestone by 66% due to the launch of five healthy sauces with reduced fat and sugar, with two more in development, therefore, demonstrating a commitment to healthier food options.

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