Understanding the Role of Shellfish in Cape Cod’s Water Quality: An Interview with Abigail Archer and Josh Reitsma on WCAI
You are invited to read or listen to an interview on WCAI with Abigail Archer and Josh Reitsma, Fisheries and Aquaculture Specialists at the Cape Cod Cooperative Extension, a department of Barnstable County. In this interview, Abigail discusses the role of shellfish in maintaining healthy estuaries on Cape Cod. She explains how oysters and other shellfish serve as natural filter feeders, helping to manage nitrogen levels in our waters, which is important for the health of our marine ecosystems.
The interview also covers ongoing efforts to incorporate shellfish into nitrogen mitigation plans across Cape Cod. Abigail, along with her colleague Josh Reitsma, provides insights into the challenges and benefits of these initiatives.
To learn more, you can read or listen to the full interview on WCAI, aired on August 15, 2024.
