Saltwater Science Speaker Series: Oyster Aquaculture and Restoration

Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant launched the state’s first oyster hatchery at the Shellfish Research Lab in 2015 with the goal of reviving Georgia’s oyster industry. Join the lab’s director, Tom Bliss, as he discusses the successes of the hatchery, ongoing oyster restoration efforts and impactful research on these important bivalves. This program is offered as part of the Saltwater Science Speaker Series at the UGA Aquarium. The series highlights impactful work by faculty and collaborators who are studying coastal issues and working with coastal communities. Registration is required and includes admission to the UGA Aquarium.