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Future of Work Series: Why is BC developing new strains of shellfish?

Future of Work Series: Why is BC developing new strains of shellfish?

Mornings with Simi

April 11, 202410m 29sbonus

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Show Notes

Oyster farming in BC faces challenges from ocean acidification and marine heatwaves, but researchers at Vancouver Island University are working to develop resilient new shellfish strains through a pedigree breeding program to create a fast growing, high surviving oyster environment in the province.

Guest: Dr. Tim Green, Vancouver Island University’s Canada Research Chair in Shellfish Health and Genomics

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