The cleanest air in the world
Special fishing grounds
Tasmania is influenced by the East Australian Current (EAC), which brings warm waters from the north, mixing with the Southern Ocean’s cold, nutrient-rich waters. This creates ideal conditions for marine productivity, supporting diverse fish species and shellfish.
Tasmania's coastline features kelp forests, rocky reefs, estuaries, and deep-sea canyons, which serve as habitats for a variety of fish and shellfish. These ecosystems support both wild fisheries and aquaculture industries.
Strict biosecurity system
Tasmania's strict biosecurity measures play a crucial role in producing high-quality seafood by maintaining disease-free environments, preventing invasive species, and ensuring sustainable fisheries and aquaculture practices.
The tight border controls prevent the introduction of pests and marine diseases by regulating imported seafood, fishing equipment, and ballast water from ships. This helps protect Tasmania’s pristine waters, ensuring that farmed and wild seafood remain free from contaminants.
By enforcing these rigorous biosecurity protocols, Tasmania consistently produces some of the cleanest, safest, and highest-quality seafood in the world, sought after in premium markets globally.
Sustainable fisheries
Tasmania’s sustainable fishery system is built on strict management practices, scientific monitoring, and environmental stewardship, ensuring that both wild fisheries and aquaculture operations remain productive while protecting marine ecosystems for future generations. The Tasmanian Government, industry bodies, and independent research organizations work together to regulate fisheries through catch quotas, seasonal closures, and size limits, preventing overfishing and allowing fish stocks to replenish naturally.
Additionally, Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) and no-take zones help preserve critical habitats, safeguarding biodiversity and supporting the long-term health of marine species. The state’s aquaculture sector, particularly Atlantic salmon and shellfish farming, follows best-practice environmental standards, including regular water quality monitoring, responsible feed management, and strict disease control measures, reducing environmental impacts and maintaining the pristine condition of Tasmanian waters.