Mussel spawning season is just around the corner. Typically, spawning season occurs late in the spring time, however it can be unpredictable. It is important to note that spawning does not affect the quality or taste of the meat.
If allowed to go untreated, the spawn will produce a rancid odor resulting in non-saleable product. Spawn is usually marked by the presence of a thick light orange liquid.
Please follow these steps to ensure a quality, saleable mussel supply:
1. Visually inspect product for spawn.
2. Keep Mussels on ice and as close to 34°F as possible
3. If you notice the Mussels have released spawn, immediately rinse with fresh cold water. Rinse, drain and re-ice bottom of box before returning mussels to refrigeration.
If allowed to go untreated, the spawn will produce a rancid odor resulting in non-saleable product. Spawn is usually marked by the presence of a thick light orange liquid.
Please follow these steps to ensure a quality, saleable mussel supply:
1. Visually inspect product for spawn.
2. Keep Mussels on ice and as close to 34°F as possible
3. If you notice the Mussels have released spawn, immediately rinse with fresh cold water. Rinse, drain and re-ice bottom of box before returning mussels to refrigeration.
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