Our mussels are sustainably farmed in the pristine waters of the top of New Zealand’s South Island. Suspended on ropes, the mussels feed naturally without intrusion. ​ Upon harvest they lock their shells and hold approximately 1 teaspoon of seawater per mussel. We inspect, wash and shave the beard off the outside of the closed mussels. Next, they’re bagged in a USFDA approved, non BPA plastic pouch. The pouch is then vacuum packed and pressure cooked at high temperatures in a retort (industrial pressure cooker). ​ For some export regions, we add fresh water to reduce the perceived saltiness of the natural delicious stock the mussels come with. ​ Ongoing sampling in conjunction with Hill Laboratories tests for E.Coli, Salmonella and Listeria. We have recorded excellent food safety results. Along with this taste and olfactory tests are performed internally. ​ Please note that P.H.R Processing Ltd meet the highest global standard for food safety, including USFDA and EU accreditation. We also hold a registered Risk Management plan including HACCP. ​ Taste - Extremely fresh, all natural, no additives Prep - 2 mins, serve chilled or prep like live Shells cleaned and graded – uniform small size ​ Formats 500g (approx. 12), 15 x 500g ctn, (910 ctns per container). 1Kg (approx. 24), 10 x 1Kg ctn (858 ctns per container). 1.15Kg (approx. 24), 10 x 1.15Kg ctn – salinity reduced. Omega Mussels ​