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shellfish are harvested with little to no bycatch
Shellfish farming uses floating or suspended gear. This system makes no contact with the seafloors.
shellfish are harvested with little to no bycatch
Shellfish farming uses floating or suspended gear. This system makes no contact with the seafloors.
PEI cultured mussels are low in fat and high in protein
Oysters contain more zinc than any other food source
One oyster can provide an adults daily recommended intake of zinc, a proven immunity booster.
Oysters contain more zinc than any other food source
One oyster can provide an adults daily recommended intake of zinc, a proven immunity booster.
Farmed seafood is SUSTAINABLE
Farmed seafood is the most sustainable way to provide locally grown food and reduce overfishing
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GOOD FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
Each of PEI’s three aquaculture industries contributes to the overall sustainability of the environment through a variety of ways such as; encouraging biodiversity, filtering water, or conserving the use of natural resources
GOOD FOR THE COMMUNITY
PEI’s aquaculture industry employs thousands of Islanders every year, some of which are year-round positions! These jobs range from farmer to scientists, and all else in between!
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GOOD FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
Each of PEI’s three aquaculture industries contributes to the overall sustainability of the environment through a variety of ways such as; encouraging biodiversity, filtering water, or conserving the use of natural resources
GOOD FOR THE COMMUNITY
PEI’s aquaculture industry employs thousands of Islanders every year, some of which are year-round positions! These jobs range from farmer to scientists, and all else in between!