Hiroshima's Oyster Farmers Report Up to 90% Mortality, Threatening Livelihoods
Oyster farmers in Hiroshima, Japan's leading oyster-producing region accounting for 60% of the country's farmed supply, are facing devastating losses this season. Mortality rates have surged to as high as 90%, far exceeding normal levels. Authorities are investigating rising sea temperatures and broader environmental changes as likely causes. The crisis is rippling beyond farms, putting local restaurants, tourism, and dependent livelihoods at risk. Government aid is offering some short-term relief, but a long-term sustainable solution has yet to be found.
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