Our Farms

Jervis Bay And Eden

nurturing sustainable seafood and thriving marine ecosystems

The clarity of Jervis Bay’s waters results from the convergence of the warm East Australian Current and the cooler waters from the Bass Strait. 

This meeting of currents creates large eddies and upwellings, bringing nutrient-rich waters from the nearby Continental Shelf into the bay. These nutrients fuel the growth of microscopic plankton, the primary food source for mussels, leading to their rapid development. Additionally, the bay experiences a complete flushing approximately every 24 days, ensuring a clean and healthy environment for aquaculture.

Eden shares similar advantageous conditions, with nutrient influxes supporting robust marine life. The combination of these natural factors makes both Jervis Bay and Eden exceptional locations for cultivating high-quality mussels.

Located on Australia's picturesque east coast, Jervis Bay and Eden, are particularly suited for mussel farming due to the unique interplay of ocean currents and nutrient availability.

Bigger & Better

Jervis Bay Mussels grow so well because they are in an exceptionally good paddock

When the warm waters of the East Australian Current meet the cooler currents from the Bass Strait, they create dynamic eddies and upwellings along the coastline. This collision stirs up nutrient-rich waters, sparking incredible activity throughout the food chain. The result? A boom in microscopic plankton—the perfect feast for our mussels to thrive.

Meanwhile, the Antarctic Circumpolar Current plays its part as nature’s nutrient conveyor belt, transporting essential elements from the frozen south into these pristine waters. It’s a natural symphony of currents, creating the ideal conditions for our mussels to grow big, plump, and full of flavour.

Large Shell Length plus a High Meat to Shell Ratio, equals Bigger & Better

Environmental Benefit

Our mussel farming operations in Jervis Bay and Eden contribute positively to the environment

Water Filtration

Mussels are nature’s water purifiers, filtering vast amounts of seawater daily. Through their natural feeding process, mussels extract phytoplankton, organic matter, and excess nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorus from the water column. This helps to prevent nutrient build-up, which can lead to harmful algal blooms and oxygen depletion. As a result, the water surrounding our farms becomes clearer and healthier, benefiting not only the mussels themselves but also the broader marine environment. The impact of this filtration is profound. In Jervis Bay and Eden, the mussels on our farms help maintain the delicate balance of these ecosystems, ensuring they remain thriving and productive. By supporting water quality, our farms contribute to the overall health of these pristine marine environments.

Habitat Creation

Mussel farms don’t just grow mussels—they create vibrant underwater communities. The ropes, buoys, and other farming structures provide shelter and surfaces for a range of marine species to inhabit. Fish, crabs, seahorses, and other marine life often take up residence in and around the farms, using them as safe havens from predators and as feeding grounds. This increased biodiversity helps strengthen the resilience of the ecosystem, creating a dynamic and interconnected marine environment. By farming mussels in Jervis Bay and Eden, we’re not just harvesting sustainable seafood—we’re fostering a richer, more diverse underwater world.

A Net Positive Approach

Together, these benefits underline the restorative potential of our aquaculture practices. Mussel farming is a shining example of how food production can work in harmony with nature, actively enhancing the environment while delivering delicious, nutrient-rich seafood to tables worldwide. In Jervis Bay and Eden, our farms are proving that sustainability isn’t just a goal—it’s the way forward.