Awww… Shucks! “OysterMom” Deborah Keller on the Importance of Sustainable Aquaculture

<p>For Deborah Keller of Tallahassee, the world is her oyster. After a 29-year career with <a href="https://www.nature.org/en-us/">The Nature Conservancy</a>, Deborah turned her attention to sustainable shellfish. Nicknamed the <a href="https://oystermom.com/">OysterMom</a>, she has been farming and selling fresh oysters for nearly a decade.</p><p>In this interview, the conservationist describes the impact of climate change and hurricanes on oystering. She also explains the far-reaching economic impact of Florida’s oyster industry, recounts the bureaucratic red tape she encountered along the way and describes the serenity and stress she experiences on oyster harvesting day.</p><p>And of course, we had to ask Deborah about her favorite way to eat oysters.</p><p><strong>Related episodes:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://thezestpodcast.com/how-to-choose-sustainable-seafood/">Conscious Cuisine: How to Choose Sustainable Seafood</a></li><li><a href="https://thezestpodcast.com/florida-spiny-lobster-season-and-recipes/">Dive into Florida’s Spiny Lobster Season</a></li><li><a href="https://thezestpodcast.com/conscious-cuisine-chef-justin-timineri-of-fresh-from-florida-offers-ideas-for-eating-whats-in-season/">Conscious Cuisine: Chef Justin Timineri of Fresh From Florida Offers Ideas for Eating What’s in Season</a></li><li><a href="https://thezestpodcast.com/deep-end-of-flavor-seafood-cookbook/">Chef Tenney Flynn’s Love Affair with The Deep End of Flavor</a></li></ul>