Fin clipping

Thanks to all those who helped out at the latest fin clipping day on Saturday 20th April. The weather behaved and a good day was had by all. We managed 12,400 smolt and these will be held at the hatchery for a short period prior to release back to the Rangitata river once conditions allow. Fin clipping is a necessary part of our operation that identifies the difference between hatchery reared fish and wild sea run salmon.

Fin clipping into the shed.

Straight into the holding tanks.