Morning Update: PEI’s oyster problem
Prince Edward Island is facing a significant crisis in its oyster industry due to two diseases, Dermo and MSX, which have led to millions of dead oysters. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency's detection of MSX in 2024 marked the beginning of a severe decline in oyster populations, with mortality rates reaching as high as 90% in some areas. In response, both provincial and federal governments are implementing measures to support farmers and restock the oyster supply with disease-resistant varieties.
- ▪PEI's oyster industry is valued at $27 million and is currently suffering from diseases that have killed millions of oysters.
- ▪The Canadian Food Inspection Agency found MSX at three aquaculture sites in July 2024, leading to widespread oyster mortality.
- ▪Government support includes $3 million from PEI and over $5 million from Ottawa to help farmers restock and rebuild their harvests.
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ShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountGood morning. PEI is dealing with millions of dead oysters as two diseases ravage its supply – more on that below, along with Iran’s soaring inflation and the high-tech World Cup. But first:Today’s headlinesLeBlanc says he offered “specific proposals” to end the trade war as Trump revives his threats of annexationPQ leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon accuses Carney of trying to undermine support for sovereignty ahead of Quebec’s electionHealth Canada is examining the concerns raised by the family of a student who died after donating plasmaOpen this photo in gallery:A truck dumps another 10,000 dead oysters in Cavendish, PEI.Vanessa Tignanelli/The Globe and MailPEIShell shockedOn good days, the Raspberry Point…
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