The mussel sector in Galicia is a pillar of the local economy. In 2024, the region's mussel industry generated revenue exceeding €120 million

OPMEGA Urges ANFACO to Firmly Endorse Royal Decree on Commercial Denominations

SPAIN
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 05:00 (GMT + 9)

The leading organization of Galician mussel producers considers the new regulation to be a "historic opportunity" to ensure transparency and competitiveness in the sector.

VILAGARCÍA DE AROUSA — The Organization of Galician Mussel Producers (Opmega) has called on the National Association of Fish and Shellfish Canning Manufacturers (ANFACO) to decisively support the Draft Royal Decree that seeks to regulate the commercial denominations of food products. Following a recent meeting between the two entities, Opmega emphasizes that the approval of this regulation is crucial for defending Galician mussels and protecting consumers.

Opmega, which represents over 300 producers in the Galician estuaries and accounts for a significant portion of European production, believes the Royal Decree will "dispel doubts in the market" and "guarantee consumers truthful information." Its president, Ricardo Herbón, highlighted that the measure will strengthen the position of producers who work with transparency and quality by ensuring consumers know exactly what they are buying.

The organization is confident that ANFACO's commitment will be decisive in getting this regulation to take effect without delay. Opmega even encourages the canners' association to promote an early application of the standard among its members, thereby sending a clear message of unity to the sector.

Herbón underscored the importance of fairness in the market: "Consumers have the right to know what they are buying, and producers have the right to compete on a level playing field. We are not talking about privileges, but about justice and recognition for the effort of thousands of families who sustain the Galician mussel industry," he added.

The mussel sector in Galicia is a pillar of the local economy. In 2024, the region's mussel industry generated revenue exceeding €120 million and employed thousands of people directly in cultivation and processing, according to data from the Galician regional government. The approval of this regulation is seen as a fundamental step to strengthen the competitiveness of the entire value chain. It is expected that the next ANFACO General Assembly will serve to endorse this commitment and consolidate a shared position that benefits the entire sector.

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