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Louisiana Oysters: Culture, Harvesting, and What Comes Next with Dr. Earl Melancon (Part 2)
Friday, 30 January, 2026
In Part 2 of this two-part series, hosts Dr. Bob Thomas and Dr. Aimée Thomas continue their conversation with legendary oyster scientist Dr. Earl Melancon, turning the focus to oyster culture, harvesting, and what the future may hold for Louisiana’s iconic fishery.Earl traces the history of oyster aquaculture in Louisiana, breaking down how oysters have traditionally been harvested and how new approaches are changing the industry. What does it really mean when an oyster is described as “milky”? Should you only eat oysters in months with an “R”? And what exactly is off-bottom aquaculture — is it the future of oyster harvesting in Louisiana, or just a passing trend?Drawing from more than five decades of research and time spent alongside oystermen, Earl shares insights, hard-earned lessons, and memorable stories from a lifelong career in oyster science. This episode offers a grounded look at how tradition, science, and innovation intersect in the evolving world of Louisiana oysters.Follow @SoNatPodcast on Facebook and Instagram!Visit our website at https://lucec.loyno.edu/so-nat-podcast Do you have any more questions about nature? Message us on social media or email us at sonatpodcast@gmail.com and we will answer you!
