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Farming Oysters on the Oregon Coast w/ Gavan Augustin

Farming Oysters on the Oregon Coast w/ Gavan Augustin

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In this episode, I visit the southern Oregon coast to sit down with Gavan, the young owner of Qualman Oyster Farm in Charleston. Since the recording he has renamed the operation to Augustin Ouster Farms. Gavan shares how he found his way into oyster farming and what it takes to operate inside the protected South Slough Estuary, where every oyster is hand-planted and every decision is shaped by tides, timing, and the quality of the mud beneath his feet.

Gavan breaks down the essentials of growing oysters year-round, the challenges posed by invasive species like sand shrimp and green crabs, and how sustainability and regulation intersect — sometimes in helpful ways, sometimes not. He also talks about leasing estuary ground from the government, the science behind healthy shellfish beds, and how the industry can move forward with policies that support both farmers and ecosystems.

It’s a thoughtful look at the future of oyster farming through the lens of someone who genuinely loves the work and is committed to building something meaningful on the Oregon coast.

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