Oyster Blog

Press Release: Announcing National Oyster Week 2023

ORP is pleased to announce plans for National Oyster Week from August 1-6, 2023. Seafood lovers can get involved during…

TWELVE NEED-TO-KNOW OYSTER FACTS 1. Etymology First attested in English during the 14th century, the word “oyster” comes from Old…

EASTON, MD, June 15, 2023 – Eighteen million oysters were planted on a sanctuary near Tilghman Point in Eastern Bay…

ANNAPOLIS, MD, June 8, 2023 – Today, the Severn River Association (SRA) and the Oyster Recovery Partnership (ORP) planted 15…

ORP’s Shell Recycling Alliance is comprised of Bay-friendly businesses who go above and beyond, dutifully recycling oyster shells to be…

The world needs Science, and Science needs Women! While there is still a lot to be done to achieve true…

The second report from the Oyster BMP Expert Panel for oyster restoration and harvest practices is now available for review…

If you’re like us, you love any excuse to eat oysters, especially Chesapeake Bay-harvested bivalves! National Oysters Rockefelllar Day is…

As we embark on another exciting year, we thank ORP’s Board of Directors for their steadfast service in support of…

This winter, embrace that Hygge lifestyle and nerd out on all things bivalve! Learn all about the mighty oyster from…