It may be a consequence of climate change (researchers at the Concarneau Marine Station are currently investigating the issue): starfish are proliferating in our waters, causing significant damage to shellfish beds—particularly scallops, oysters, and mussels.
To address the problem, scientists, fishermen, and industry stakeholders are working together to create a value-added sector. What is currently considered waste—the starfish—could become a resource. This report takes us to southern Finistère.
Interviewees:
- Guillaume Nicolle, mussel farmer at Moules de Cornouaille
- Maxime Kéraudran, starfish project coordinator at the Concarneau Marine Station
- Jorane Poisson, chemist
- Jordan Valente, Innovation Performance Manager at CMI Roullier
Report by: C. Louet – S. Soviller – J. Abgrall – L. Tafforeau
Source: France 3 Bretagne
