摘要:Shellfish aquaculture along eastern Adriatic coast is based on flourishing tradition of couple of centuries and currently is facing numerous problems. The needs of domestic market are high, especially during summer season, and producers are not able to meet consumers' demands. The possibility of shellfish production is influenced by the determination of viable production areas, as well as by development and implementation of new technologies. These have to be in accordance with hygienic-health and other quality standards.