Concerns Raised Over Plastic Debris from Oyster Farming

environment · 2021-03-08 · Denman Island beaches and recycling centre

The Marine Guardian Committee of the Denman Residents Association has raised concerns about single-use plastic zap straps and oyster blue ropes washing ashore on Denman Island beaches. These plastics, used in new oyster pouch systems and fencing, break down and pose risks to local wildlife. A garbage bin has been set up at the recycling centre to collect these materials, and the committee is urging oyster industry workers to manage disposal more responsibly.

Sources

• “Islanders are approaching us about the many zap straps they’re finding on Denman's beaches... A garbage bin has been set up at our recycling centre just to receive these zap straps, and other bits of plastic debris including oyster blue.” — The Islands Grapevine – March 11th, 2021 (March 11th, 2021)

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