Session developed in collaboration with AMA

Host
Elisa Cozzarini, journalist

Introduction and overview of mussel farming in Italy
Eraldo Rambaldi, Director, A.M.A.

The LIFE MUSCLES Project and the engagement objectives
Marzia Mattioli, Project Coordinator, Legambiente

Dissemination of reports on the characteristics of the standard sock and operational guidelines for use in mussel farming
Antonina De Marco, PhD, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna

Process for recycling nets for mussel farming
Daniele Calore, Technical manager, Rom Plastica

Recovery and recycling of polypropylene from nets for mussel farming
Loris Pietrelli, Professor, University of Rome and Collaborator, Legambiente 

Biodegradable and compostable materials: development of innovative grades for application in the mussel farming sector
Selene Chinaglia, Researcher, Novamont

Life Muscles, projects and experiences for plastic free mussel farming
Paolo Varrella, Mussels farmer, CMA La Spezia

Macro and microplastics in aquaculture: environmental monitoring in the pilot areas of the LIFE MUSCLES project
Cristina Panti, Researcher, University of  Siena

Q&A

Conclusions (Legambiente + A.M.A)