Standish Allen: The man behind the all-season oyster

摘要

The triploid oyster has had a significant impact on oyster aquaculture in North America, and indeed, the world. As a sterile animal, the triploid does not put energy into summer spawning. This means they tend to reach market size faster and they alsokeep the taste and texture suitable for summer harvest. If you eat a fresh oyster outside the "R" months, most likely it's a triploid.