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At Australia's Oyster Coast, we're passionate about improving, innovating and evolving our business with a priority on meeting environmental sustainability outcomes. Some of the actions we are undertaking include upgrading old oyster infrastructure and farming methodologies to more sustainable practices such as utilising products like Woodshield Posts. This blog post will look at the benefits of Woodshield Posts for sustainable oyster farming.
Above: WoodShield timber posts have been specifically created for use in the Viticulture, Aquaculture, Equine and general Agricultural industries.
Woodshield posts are an innovative solution for sustainable oyster farming that aligns with the principles of the circular economy. Traditionally, oyster farms use wooden posts or stakes to suspend oyster cages or bags in the water. However, these wooden posts have a limited lifespan due to degradation caused by constant exposure to water and marine organisms.
Woodshield posts are an innovative solution for sustainable oyster farming that aligns with the principles of the circular economy.
Above: Woodshield Posts offer oyster farmers like Australia's Oyster Coast a durable and eco-friendly solution for the oyster farming industry.
Woodshield posts address this challenge by using a sustainable and durable material. They are typically made from recycled or upcycled wood that is treated with environmentally friendly preservatives to increase its resistance to decay, rot, and marine borers. By using recycled or upcycled wood, the production of Woodshield posts reduces the demand for new timber, contributing to the principles of a circular economy.
The benefits of Woodshield posts for sustainable oyster farming and the circular economy are as follows:
Longevity: Woodshield posts have an extended lifespan compared to traditional wooden posts. This durability reduces the frequency of replacements, minimising waste and the need for additional resources.
Environmental sustainability: By utilising recycled or upcycled wood, Woodshield posts promote resource efficiency and reduce the environmental impact associated with harvesting and processing new timber.
Resistance to marine degradation: The treatment applied to Woodshield posts enhances their resistance to decay, rot, and marine borers. This protection ensures that the posts remain intact and functional for a longer time, reducing the need for replacements.
Improved oyster farming efficiency: The stability and longevity of Woodshield posts provide a reliable support structure for oyster cages or bags. This stability allows for more efficient and productive oyster farming operations.
Circular economy principles: By using recycled or upcycled wood, Woodshield posts contribute to the circular economy by extending the life cycle of materials, reducing waste, and minimising the extraction of new resources.
Above: An AOC oyster lease in Bermagui that uses Woodshield Posts.
Overall, Woodshield posts for sustainable oyster farming exemplify the integration of environmentally friendly practices and circular economy principles, offering a durable and eco-friendly solution for the oyster farming industry.
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