The production cycle on a Canadian scallop farm begins with the collection/production of scallop larvae. On Canada’s Atlantic coast, larvae are collected from adults spawning in the wild – as well as from hatchery broodstock. In British Columbia, all scallop larvae come from hatchery broodstock.

The Eastern Canada Sea Scallop (offshore) populations are healthy and sustainably managed. Current biomass levels are above their long-term medians and annual fishing quotas are in line with science advice to maintain the future health of the population.