Local, family operated aquaculture farm and nursery located in Southern Delaware Farm
01/26/2026
Big news! As we get ready for Oyster South, we want to share an exciting update with our farming community.
You’ve known us as Delaware Cultured Seafood, but as our equipment distribution has grown, it’s time for our name to reflect exactly what we do. We have officially transitioned the equipment side of our business to BST Oyster Supplies North America
It’s simple: better recognition and a stronger alignment with the world-class adjustable longline system we are proud to use and distribute. You’ll still get the same support, the same expertise, and the same faces, just under a new banner.
👉 Please go follow our new dedicated page: for all updates on gear, baskets, and longline systems!
🤝 BST Oyster Supplies North America
01/18/2026
Bringing world-class innovation to the Lone Star State! 🇦🇺🤝🇺🇸
We’re heading to Oyster South Symposium 2026 in Houston later this month, representing BST Oyster Supplies as their North American distributor. We’re excited to show Southern growers how the Australian Adjustable Longline System can revolutionize farm efficiency, reduce labor, and produce a superior shell shape.
Efficiency isn’t just a goal, it’s a game changer. Come see the gear that’s setting the standard worldwide.
01/07/2026
Hello from Portland, Maine!
We are thrilled to be attending the Northeast Aquaculture Conference & Exposition (NACE) for the very first time. As newcomers to this event, we’re looking forward to connecting with industry leaders, researchers, and innovators dedicated to the future of sustainable aquaculture.
If you’re here in Portland, we’d love to meet you!
By Ashley Tabibian, DNREC’s Shellfish Program What do you think of when you think of oysters, clams, and mussels? For being so small, they are somewhat complex creatures with almost superhero like abilities. Do you think of how nutritious they are? According to WebMD, shellfish are low in calories...
03/17/2024
We spent two days in Washington DC working with East Coast Shellfish Growers Association. This organization is an advocate for the aquaculture industry from Maine to Texas. We visited senators and representatives to discuss active and future bills to help the aquaculture industry be viewed as farmers versus commercial fishermen.
11/18/2023
Throwback to 5 years ago...a day we spent with the governor Governor John Carney and a bunch of great people all interested in oyster aquaculture in Delaware.
Happy to still be involved and contributing to the community!
#2018
11/03/2023
Search for Southern Delaware events, restaurants, tax-free shopping, beach resorts, signature golf courses, attractions, premier accommodations and more. Come see what Southern DE has to offer.
07/15/2023
Awesome morning on the oyster 🦪 farm! Glad to have partnered with Cape Water Tours in support of the Gary Sinise Foundation!
Cape Water Tours and Taxi Gary Sinise Foundation
01/13/2023
It's that time of the year...come visit us at the booth at the OC watermen's show.
#2023
01/07/2022
Ready for the Virginia Aquaculture Conference!
#2022
01/01/2022
Happy New Year!
Its been another year for the books. We have had our ups and downs. We thought 2020 was rough, but 2021 was pretty equally challenging.
As we start this year, we plan to share more and continue doing what we love. We hope that you all continue to join us!
Big thanks to Regan Fletcher Stephens and Neal Santos for taking the time to stop down and listen to us talk about our passions. We hope the 🦪 were delicious too!
It's been three years since oyster farming started up in Delaware, and the inaugural harvest is finally hitting restaurant menus. Here's where to find them — plus where to eat and drink around the state.
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In 1945, James Henry Hudson moved to Possum Point in Millsboro, Delaware and took on the life of a waterman. In the Indian River during spring/summer, he would dig for clams and crab by hand. At that time, you could stand in the river and see your toes. During winter, he would row out to the main channel to tong for oysters. Hudson also used the native Holly trees to make wreaths. Riding around town in his old truck, the sound of a ringing bell let folks know he had fresh and native products to sell.
Like many children of waterman, Hudson’s daughter Viola moved to the city to earn a living but often brought her own daughters, June and Loretta back to Possum Point. In 1980 June and her husband Ken purchased a vacation home in Bethany Beach allowing their daughters, Lori, Lisa, Lynn, and Leta to continue these traditions with their own families. Generation after generation, the families of James Henry Hudson have all come back to make memories as a family and to enjoy the resources that are found in the Atlantic Ocean, Indian River, and Rehobeth area.
On August 28, 2013, the State of Delaware passed Bill 160, allowing oyster aquaculture in the state. Lori, Hudson’s great granddaughter and her husband Mark knew that they wanted to be a part of the industry that would help restore the rivers and bays that they loved. Mark grew up in Cape May, NJ and spent several years as an oyster gardener for The Center of Inland Bays, in the Bethany Beach area. In 2015, Mark and Lori purchased property on the Indian River, and the following year, Delaware Cultured Seafood Inc. was born.
In August 2017, Delaware Cultured Seafood Inc. (DCS) was awarded Delaware’s first aquaculture nursery permit. Oysters will begin to spawn in early May 2018 when the waters of the river begin to warm. DCS will use their land and river-based nurseries to grow seed from 2mm to 10mm, which will then be moved to one of the state’s SADA-leased farms.
Delaware Cultured Seafood plans to play an active role in community education as part of the nursery facility. Please use the contact section of this page to find out more about visiting our facility.
