The Oyster Industry and County Government
Author : Virginia. Governor (1926-1930 : Byrd)
Publisher :
Page : 8 pages
File Size : 49,3 MB
Release : 1928
Category : County government
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Author : Virginia. Governor (1926-1930 : Byrd)
Publisher :
Page : 8 pages
File Size : 49,3 MB
Release : 1928
Category : County government
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Author : Ernest Ingersoll
Publisher :
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 35,41 MB
Release : 1881
Category : Oyster culture
ISBN :
Author : Ernest Ingersoll
Publisher :
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 29,31 MB
Release : 1881
Category :
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Author : William Stainsby
Publisher :
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 12,13 MB
Release : 1902
Category : Industries
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Author : Caswell Grave
Publisher :
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 24,35 MB
Release : 1904
Category : Oyster culture
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Author : Marshall R. Colberg
Publisher :
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 32,9 MB
Release : 1966
Category : Franklin County (Fla.)
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Author : Paul Simon Galtsoff
Publisher :
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 29,48 MB
Release : 1929
Category : Fisheries
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Author : E. P. (Jr.) Churchill
Publisher :
Page : 51 pages
File Size : 41,29 MB
Release : 1920
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Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries
Publisher :
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 39,19 MB
Release : 1943
Category : Camp Peary (Va.)
ISBN :
Author : Dan Martino
Publisher : Agate Publishing
Page : 269 pages
File Size : 33,97 MB
Release : 2024-09-10
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 157284888X
The first book to chronicle the global history of oysters, the current state of the oyster farming industry—including a how-to guide for starting a farm—and the promising environmental solutions that oyster farming presents in this age of food challenges and climate change. The oyster is one of Earth’s oldest animals, and fossil records show humans have enjoyed them for hundreds of thousands of years. But like so many other creatures, wild oysters were driven to near extinction by overconsumption and pollution. The Clean Water Act passed in 1972 marked a turning point for water quality, and decades later, we’re witnessing a renaissance in oyster culture as the rise of aquaculture (ocean farming) attempts to supply a growing demand for oysters that increases exponentially year after year. Internationally renowned oyster farmer Dan Martino guides readers through this fascinating history before presenting a detailed breakdown of the current state of the oyster industry as only an insider can describe it. He discusses husbandry, nursery, and farm techniques; the practical side of working with local government to set up a farm; tips for selling into the market; and what qualities make for the perfect oyster. He details the various global styles of farming and the species of oysters farmed, explaining how the they differ in size, texture, shape, and taste—characteristics referred to as “merroir,” to parallel the way “terroir” illuminates how the origin of place affects taste in wine. The oyster has never been more relevant as we look to the future and the many challenges presented by climate change and a growing population. Martino explores how the current land-based food production system risks collapse as it tries to keep up with growing demand, and oyster farming, which uses no land and minimal freshwater input, is a natural alternative to more resource-intensive food sources. Oysters are also exceptionally good at capturing carbon, making them a necessary element in the quest for climate change solutions. The Oyster Book is an exploration of the past, present, and future of humanity’s relationship with the oyster, highlighting how humans can learn from our mistakes and harness the oyster’s potential for a more sustainable future.