November 13, 2026Virginia Oysters Come From Many Waters

What buyers should know about the Little Wicomico closure, oyster traceability, and the Virginia harvest areas that remain open.

As you may know there is a recall on oyster harvested from the Little Wicomico River during the harvest dates of September 18th to October 8th. Virginia has over 90 oyster growing areas that remain unaffected due to this closure. For more information on this closure and for tips on sourcing oysters follow the link highlighted above.