Locally Sourced, Nationally Recognized
Quality Inspected and Fresh Everyday. Virginia’s quality control and regulatory standards for water quality and processing plants are recognized among the most stringent in the nation. Virginia’s water and product are policed by a number of regulatory agencies, including the Food and Drug Administration, the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, the Virginia Department of Health, Division of Shellfish Sanitation, and the Virginia Marine Resources Commission. Additionally, Virginia Tech scientists and engineers work with processors to monitor and improve control procedures in shellfish and finfish plants throughout the state.
Our Best Seafood Recipes
From our kitchen to yours; get Virginia seafood recipes from Virginia chefs.
Latest recipes:
- Poached Ray with Coconut Milk and Jalapeños
- Ray Marinade
- Fool Proof Miso Marinade
- Ray Mexican Sushi Roll
- Grilled Ray
- Sonora Style Hangover Soup (or Caguamanta Soup)
Did you know Virginia was in the Aquaculture Oyster Business?
The shellfish aquaculture industry in Virginia continues to grow, adding significant value to the State’s seafood marketplace. The numbers of market oysters sold by Virginia growers in 2018 was roughly 32.1 million and they planted 103.9 million single oysters.The total dockside value for oyster aquaculturists (not including spat on shell production) was $27.7 million in 2018. Virginia ranks third in the Nation and first on the East Coast in seafood landings.
The Latest News and Events
Chesapeake Bay Blue Catfish: Invasive, but Delicious and Nutritious!
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Virginia Retail Directory
If you’re having trouble finding Virginia Seafood products near you I guarantee you can find something from the many online stores as well as brick & mortar locations located in … More
Eat Healthy and Support Virginia’s Economy While Enjoying Fresh Virginia Seafood
Ranking first on the East Coast and third in the nation in seafood landings, Virginia’s seafood industry features a vast array of species for every dish. Oysters, sea scallops, clams … More