Parasite threatening P.E.I. oyster industry continues to spread

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The parasite, known as MSX – short for multinucleate sphere X – reduces the lifespan of oysters but it poses no risk to human health

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has confirmed the further spread of a parasite threatening Prince Edward Island's lucrative oyster industry.The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has confirmed the further spread of a parasite threatening Prince Edward Island’s lucrative oyster industry.

As well, more recent detections have been reported, including from Rice Point to Wood Islands on the Island’s south shore.

 

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