Success in mass production of clam seeds for the first time in Korea

Jeonnam Provincial Institute of Marine and Fisheries Science announced on June 25 that it had succeeded in mass producing clam seeds for the first time in Korea (photo). The clam is a large species among the clams and is an invasive bivalve mollusk that lives in the sandy area of the lower intertidal zone of the west coast of Korea. It is a relatively expensive variety that has gradually become known to the public for its unique savory taste, and has recently been distributed online for 1,000 to 2,000 won per head. Jeonnam Province has been conducting research since 2021 to develop clam seed production technology, and has completed the development of seed production technology for harvesting mature clams and dispersing them. Seed production this year is 600,000 1-2mm seeds. The self-produced seeds will be released into the natural habitat of the waters of Shinan Jaeundo, a native habitat in the Jeollanam-do region, to investigate the ...