Foodmate News: On July 10, 2020, the New Zealand Ministry of Primary Industry (MPI) issued an expanded alert on the risk of shellfish toxin contamination of sea areas.

New Zealand MPI advises consumers not to collect and consume shellfish from Hawke's Bay. Currently, the affected area extends from the Mohaka River to the southern end of Pōrangahau Beach. The toxin content of paralytic shellfish of the tested shellfish in this sea area is higher than the safe limit of 0.8 mg/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. Consumers who have symptoms of poisoning should call a health hotline or seek medical attention.

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

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