🦪 Oyster season on the Mississippi Gulf Coast is finally showing signs of a real comeback — and we brought the experts into the studio to explain exactly how it’s happening.
In this episode of Brown Water Banter, we’re joined by Jason Rider, Shellfish Bureau Director, and Eric Broussard, Deputy Director Office of Marine Fisheries with the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources. They break down the science, history, and management behind Mississippi’s oyster reefs and what it takes to responsibly reopen oyster season.
🌊 How Mississippi oyster reefs declined and what recovery actually looks like
📊 The difference between historic harvest numbers and today’s reality
⚖️ How DMR assesses reefs and decides when seasons open or close
🦪 On-bottom harvesting vs off-bottom aquaculture explained
🌱 Why oysters are critical for water quality, fish habitat, and coastal protection
This episode pulls back the curtain on oyster management — from diver reef assessments to harvest limits — and explains why oyster recovery is a long game that affects far more than what ends up on your plate.
Watch the full episode now on YouTube ⬇️
https://youtube.com/live/2QJxp6lBKZg?feature=share
Also big thanks to Southern Magnolia Smiles, Forever Young Men's and Women Health, and Taylor and Cox Law Firm, for the support!
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