CBC News: 5 reasons it's time for Newfoundlanders to seriously consider urchin farming
You might know them as ozzy eggs, but maybe they'd be better referred to as a cash cow.
"I think it's great for the province because, you know, fisheries are not doing so well," said Gagnon,
"We're hoping this could stimulate the economy in the province by allowing people to start a small business."
Recently, Gagnon proposed a trial urchin farming project to the Baie Verte community. His funding request was approved and the project is set to start in September.