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Maryland Oysters on a Historic High

Scientists on a boat examine oysters

Governor Moore Announces Historic Year for Oyster Reproduction in Maryland Waters

The concentration of new oysters in 2025 was nearly six times higher than the long-term spatset average and the second highest ever recorded in the 41-year modern history of the state’s annual fall oyster survey.

“Oysters are the bedrock of the ecosystem in the Chesapeake Bay and provide economic opportunities for communities throughout the state,” said Gov. Moore. “Maryland is now seeing the best news for our oysters in decades; our robust and growing oyster population will help make sure we pass our Bay along to future generations as an heirloom—both as an economic driver for our seafood industry and for the environmental health of our waterways.”

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3 thoughts on “Maryland Oysters on a Historic High”

  1. Great news!
    Maybe the price of fuel will reduce the harvest as well – then they can do their job and filter the bay even better!

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