Article 25q Cultivation rulesF1

Cultivation on mussel ropes and other methods listed in Annex XIIIa, Section 8 may be eligible for organic production.

Bottom cultivation of molluscs is only permitted where no significant environmental impact is caused at the collection and growing sites. The evidence of minimal environmental impact shall be supported by a survey and report on the exploited area to be provided by the operator to the control body or control authority. The report shall be added as a separate chapter to the sustainable management plan.