The Oyster Farmer

 
 

Documentary Film

the oyster farmer

When oyster larvae in the Whiskey Creek Shellfish Hatchery began dying en masse, hatchery manager Alan Barton sought clues to the underlying cause. After partnering with marine scientist Burke Hales and studying local ocean chemistry, they were able to identify the root cause – ocean acidification – and adjust their farming practices to save oyster production.

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This film was adapted for festival screenings following its use in the AAAS How We Respond campaign. It was produced in collaboration with the American Association for the Advancement of Science, and we are so grateful to continue to collaborate on films with them.

The film was selected for screening at the 2022 Wild & Scenic Festival


 
 
 

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