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Jersey Fisherman Quits Amid Rising Costs and Brexit Struggles

10/31/2025

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Toby Greatbatch, a Jersey scallop fisherman, leaves the industry after nearly two decades due to rising costs and post-Brexit rules.
Freight costs to export Jersey scallops to France rose from £208 to £875.
Deputy Kirsten Morel cites environmental changes and Brexit as factors creating regulatory and climate challenges.
The government provides direct aid to fishers and explores sustainability strategies including a "quality Jersey" brand.

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Story summary

Toby Greatbatch, a Jersey scallop fisherman, leaves the industry after nearly two decades due to rising costs and post-Brexit rules.
Freight costs to export Jersey scallops to France rose from £208 to £875.
Deputy Kirsten Morel cites environmental changes and Brexit as factors creating regulatory and climate challenges.
The government provides direct aid to fishers and explores sustainability strategies including a "quality Jersey" brand.