by Aquapei | May 4, 2026 | News
A grower, processor and distributor in Prince Edward Island is preparing to import oyster seed from the United States that could be resistant to disease. Atlantic Aqua Farms in Borden-Carleton has started taking orders for 50 million oyster seed developed by Rutgers...
by Aquapei | Apr 28, 2026 | News
Prince Edward Island’s iconic oyster industry is facing a major crisis. Catastrophic losses caused by the spread of MSX and Dermo diseases are threatening the livelihood of farmers across the region. Peter Warris, Executive Director with the PEI Aquaculture Alliance,...
by Aquapei | Apr 28, 2026 | News
Many oyster growers in western P.E.I. are reporting 100 per cent mortality in their cages as they pull them up after the winter. The Island has been hit hard by two oyster diseases, MSX and dermo, in recent years. CBC’s Nancy Russell has that story. View...
by Aquapei | Apr 28, 2026 | News
Atlantic Aqua Farms has issued an update regarding U.S. seed sales. Members are encouraged to review the full notice at the link below for complete details. More Information For any questions, please contact their team directly at...
by Aquapei | Apr 23, 2026 | News
Starting Monday, April 27th, 2026. The Government of PEI has arranged for dumpsters and drop off sites at a number of IWMC sites. Disposal will be free of charge. Oyster Shells only, no other waste materials can be mixed in. Shell can be disposed off at the following...
