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Emilia-Romagna mussel die-off triggers regional damage assessment

A widespread die-off of mussels is affecting aquaculture farms in Emilia-Romagna, Italy. The phenomenon is attributed to exceptionally high temperatures that have created critical conditions in local marine habitats.

Regional cooperative associations, including Agci Emilia-Romagna, Confcooperative Agroalimentare e Pesca Emilia-Romagna, and Legacoop Emilia-Romagna, alerted authorities to the situation after gathering evidence from affected businesses. In response, the regional government has launched an investigation to quantify production losses and assess the extent of the damage.

Alessio Mammi, the regional councilor for Agriculture and Fisheries, stated that territorial services are working to establish a precise picture of the consequences. The administration is evaluating potential extraordinary support measures to protect the profitability and continuity of mussel farming enterprises. This event follows several years of environmental challenges for the sector, including blue crab proliferation, mucilage, and anoxia.

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Agci Emilia-Romagna · Alessio Mammi · Confcooperative Agroalimentare e Pesca Emilia-Romagna · Emilia-Romagna · Legacoop Emilia-Romagna

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