Industry divided as Ngāi Tahu cancels Bluff oyster harvest

Friday 21 March 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 21 Mar 2025, 9:56am

In this story Ngāi Tahu, Fisheries New Zealand

Ngāi Tahu has cancelled its Bluff oyster harvest due to concerns regarding the fishery's condition. While some industry members report a strong season, nine boats continue to fish in Foveaux Strait. Officials state that commercial fishing has a minimal impact on wild oyster numbers.

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1. NewsroomFri 21 Mar 2025, 5:00am

   Industry divided over health of Bluff oyster stocks (opens in new tab)

2. StuffFri 21 Mar 2025, 9:56am

   Bluff oyster season charges on after Ngai Tahu pulls pin (opens in new tab)