Greenshell Mussels

New Zealand green-lipped mussel, also known as the Greenshell mussel is a bivalve mollusk belonging to the family Mytilidae.

Length: 10–20cm (Sizes ranging from Small, Medium, Large).

Average weight: 40-60g (Depending on size).

Greenshell mussels are farmed/harvested all year-round (after growing for between 14 and 18 months) farmed mussels are fatter and more tender than wild mussels. 

Storage conditions: Store at 3 - 6°C/37 – 43°F

Shelf life: 12 days from date of production.

Format: Live chilled product in Modified Atmosphere Packing (MAP) and Frozen Half Shell

Packaging : Live

Pieces per tray: 10-16 (Depending on size)

Pack Weight: Net 800g 

Tray dimensions: 190mm/7.5” wide x 250mm/9.8” long, 45mm/1.8” to 50mm/2” deep.

Polybox quantity: 16 trays

Polybox net weight, approx: 12.8kg /28.2lb

Polybox gross weight, approx: 14.5/ 32lb

Greenshell mussels are a good source of Protein, Omega3, Iodine, VitaminB12, Selenium, Iron and Phosphorus; and a source of Magnesium, Zinc, VitaminC,Riboflavin (vitamin B2), Potassium, Niacin (vitamin B3) and Calcium. 

Greenshell mussels are known for their plumpness and rich flavor. This versatile shellfish can be enjoyed hot or cold and prepared in numerous ways: baked, grilled, sautéed, barbecued, fried, curried, marinated, used in soups or chowders, smoked, or steamed.

New Zealand Greenshell mussels are highly regarded as a sustainable seafood choice. As filter feeders, they derive all their nutrients naturally from seawater without additional inputs. Each farm operates under strict conditions outlined in a resource consent issued by local councils, acting as a license that regulates farm size, activities, and monitoring. Unlike some seafood, Greenshell mussels are managed under the Resource Management Act and the Aquaculture Act, not the Quota Management System. They are exclusively farmed in New Zealand and are among the world's most successfully farmed mussels.