La Ferme des Baleines, Oyster farm in Saint-Clément-des-Baleines, France.
La Ferme des Baleines is an oyster farm on Île de Ré that cultivates oysters, shrimp, and sea vegetables in the mineral-rich waters of Fier d'Ars. The operation uses specialized ponds and traditional methods in this low-lying coastal area.
Oyster farming in this region dates back to the 1800s, when farmers used clay-rich soils for aquaculture. These practices have endured and continue to shape the local economy today.
The place demonstrates traditional oyster farming techniques passed down through generations that shape the local coastal craft. Visitors observe how working with tides and water rhythms defines the daily routine here.
Visitors can best explore the farm in the morning when the water ponds are most visible and operations are active. Sturdy footwear is recommended since paths through the cultivation areas can be wet and slippery.
The farm also cultivates sea lettuce and samphire, recently certified under organic standards. This focus on edible sea plants sets the operation apart from purely oyster farms in the region.
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