Diving into the history and future of oysters

From being sold for pennies on street corners to being a staple of fine dining, we’re diving into the history of this magnificent mollusk, its impact on our local ecosystems and the efforts to replenish the oyster population.

News 12 Staff

Mar 6, 2024, 5:00 AM

Updated 74 days ago

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On a new episode of News 12’s original series “Revealed” – The world is your oyster. From being sold for pennies on street corners to being a staple of fine dining, we’re diving into the history of this magnificent mollusk, its impact on our local ecosystems and the efforts to replenish the oyster population.


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