7 million unsold oysters bought for 35 reef sites, helping protect 1,000 jobs
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The COVID-19 pandemic forced restaurant closures, leaving oyster farms with a surplus of products. In response, the Supporting Oyster Aquaculture and Restoration program was launched to convert these excess oysters into valuable resources for habitat restoration. Over 7 million o...
The COVID-19 pandemic forced restaurant closures, leaving oyster farms with a surplus of products. In response, the Supporting Oyster Aquaculture and Restoration program was launched to convert these excess oysters into valuable resources for habitat restoration. Over 7 million oysters have been sourced from more than 150 farm partners, promoting ecological benefits while supporting local fisheries.
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https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/science/nature/when-restaurants-closed-in-2020-us-oyster-farmers-were-left-with-millions-of-unsold-shellfish-six-years-later-a-rescue-programme-has-bought-over-7-million-oysters-for-35-reef-sites-and-helped-protect-more-than-1000-aquaculture-and-related-jobs/articleshow/135227283.cms
