The Beginning

Owners, Chris & Trish Redwood have been involved in the mussel farming industry for over 40 years.Having grown up on Forsyth Island on the outer of the Marlborough Sounds, Chris (and his father Pembroke Henry Redwood) saw the potential for mussel farming around the island, in the late 1970s. To this day this is where most of the Redwood farms are still located. The isolation and strong abundant currents making for superb growing conditions.

Launching Omega Seafood

In 2003, joined by Trish’s siblings Jo and Sandy O’Connell, P.H.R Processing Ltd (a homage to Chris’ father), was formed. The following year they launched the 500g Omega Seafood Cooked Gourmet Mussels.

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The outstanding flavour, texture and shelf life were rewarded by winning the highly prestigious “European Seafood Exposition Prix d’Elite for Foodservice (and the convenience category)” in 2005.

New 1kg Products

In 2006, a 1Kg version was added and in 2007 the 1Kg Omega Seafood Cooked Gourmet Littleneck Clams joined the range.

Hard earned domestic and international success has followed. Omega Seafood now sells around the world across foodservice and retail sectors. Meanwhile P.H.R Processing Ltd enjoys trusted contract processing relationships with key seafood partners. 

Second

Generation 

Now going into a new decade Chris and Trish's children are heavily involved in the business. With the added value of the  second generation coming through, this has built on the ever growing success of the company. 

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Keeping us a New Zealand family owned and operated business.