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The Oyster-Man 1951 Directed by Jean Palardy , Julian Biggs

This short film is an introduction to oyster farming in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Showing the various stages of oyster cultivation, the film highlights the sampling of larvae by Department of Fisheries biologists, the staking of oyster beds by farmers, the nurturing of spat, and underwater scenes showing the dragging of the seabed with cotton mops to ensnare starfish, which prey upon the oyster. Final sequences show the grading and shipping of oysters and their arrival at the seafood restaurant or family dinner table.

Countries Canada , USA
Production Country Canada
Language English
Spoken Language English
Gnere Documentary
Production Company ONF | NFB
Release Date 1 January 1951
18 mins
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