Debate Swirls Over Possible Chesapeake Oyster Harvest Regulation

Oyster farmers and watermen have been at odds over a regulation that could make it more difficult for oyster farming operations such as Petty’s Hollywood Oyster Company to get started.

Florida Closes Apalachicola Bay Until 2025 to Conserve Oysters

December 17, 2020 Associated Press

Because of a dwindling oyster population, a Florida agency voted unanimously Wednesday to shut down oyster harvesting in Apalachicola Bay through the end of 2025, dealing a blow to an area that historically produced 90% of the state’s oysters and 10% of the nation’s.

Treasure Coast Shellfish: Sebastian-Based Oyster Farm Now Selling to Area Restaurants

November 24, 2020 Meghan McRoberts, WPTV

Have you ever tried ‘Florida-grown’ oysters? A Treasure Coast business owner is making it easier for you to get local oysters on your plate.

Ferry Cove Shellfish to Open Huge Oyster Hatchery in Maryland

November 23, 2020 Post Online Media

Maryland will soon be home to one of the largest commercial oyster hatcheries on the east coast of the U.S., with the opening of Ferry Cove Shellfish in Spring 2021.

Terrebonne Parish Seafood Company Admits Illegal Oyster Sales

November 16, 2020 HALLE PARKER, Nola.com

A Terrebonne Parish seafood company has pleaded guilty in federal court to selling more than $ 650,000 worth of oysters over two years without reporting the transactions to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.