How They’re Different

The regions in Virginia have a variation of salinity ranges from low salinity 5-12ppt, medium salinity 12-20ppt  and to a high salinity over 20ppt.  With this variation everyone will be able to find an oyster that will satisfy your palate. The aquaculture oysters in Virginia grow at a fast pace with a consistent size and shape that are available year round.

Virginia Aquaculture Oysters Regional Flavor Guide

Use the regional flavor guide for Virginia Aquaculture Oysters to choose just the right oyster for the occasion. View the regional flavor guide online or download your own version.

Oyster Map of Virginia showing 8 regions.

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The Virginia Marine Products Board is thrilled that the official start of fall is only a few days away. October is National Seafood month and November is Virginia Oyster month, so fall is an exciting time for Virginia Seafood. With plenty of festivals and events happening during this time we hope you include Virginia Seafood in your seasonal activities. Follow the link to our website virginiaseafood.org to get a list of seafood events around you and retailers in your area. Support Virginia’s commercial watermen and women by purchasing fresh and local Virginia Seafood. ... See MoreSee Less

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