Oyster farmers cautious ahead of summer as algal bloom recovery continues

Key points

• Oyster growers in South Australia are cautiously recovering from a harmful algal bloom that closed some harvesting areas. Simon and Meagan Turner, at Franklin Harbour, say their stock is about 40 per cent below normal because growers held back on restocking.
• At Stansbury, Steve Bowley reports high oyster mortality and damaged water infrastructure, and says his business has lost value.
• The South Australian Oyster Growers' Association says the industry feels relieved, though growers are watching whether the bloom returns as summer warms the water.