Foodmate News: On August 19, 2020, New Zealand’s Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) once again issued an expanded warning on the risk of shellfish toxin pollution in the sea.

New Zealand MPI advises consumers not to collect and eat shellfish from Hawke's Bay. Currently, the affected area extends from the southern end of Pōrangahau Beach to Young Nicks Head, south of Gisborne. The paralytic shellfish toxin content of the tested shellfish in this sea area is higher than the safety limit of 0.8mg/kg, and there is a risk of eating. The affected area is as follows:


New Zealand MPI reminds that the symptoms of shellfish poisoning include headache, diarrhea, difficulty breathing and swallowing, nausea, numbness, and even death in severe cases. If consumers have symptoms of poisoning, they should call the health hotline or seek medical attention.

New Zealand MPI will continue to monitor the shellfish toxin levels in the sea area and update relevant information in a timely manner.

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