We
were founded as the Oyster Merchants’ and Planters’ Association
in 1903 and renamed in 1969.
The SAGB is the Shellfish industry’s trade body and we are based
at Fishmongers’ Hall, which is also home to the Worshipful Company
of Fishmongers, in the City of London. Shellfish farmers, groups of
fishermen, commercial traders and companies, the Seafish Industry Authority,
consultants and many of the Sea Fisheries Committees are members.

The
range of species marketed and activities covered have extended gradually
in our 100 plus years of service to the industry and we now cover
everything from mussels to lobsters, and crayfish to geoducks.
The association provides support on various topics
of interest to the UK Shellfish industry, which is the most valuable
component of the UK seafood industry.
We provide technical advice and mediate in a range of environmental
issues ranging from coastal pollution, aggregate dredging and stock
conservation. Furthermore we maintain a working relationship with
many important conservation agencies and government departments. |