Hatchery Products
Oyster Larvae & Seed for
Every Stage of Production
Ferry Cove produces high-quality Eastern oyster larvae and seed using wild Chesapeake Bay broodstock, disease-resistant lines, and advanced genetics developed through decades of aquaculture research.
Designed for commercial growers, our products support remote setting, nursery production, and grow-out operations along the East Coast.
All larvae and seed are carefully monitored, screened, and graded to ensure consistency from hatchery to harvest.
Eyed Oyster Larvae
For Remote & In-Situ Setting
Carefully produced and monitored to ensure optimal development for remote and in-situ setting applications.
Single Oyster Seed
Triploid
Hatchery-produced triploid seed (cultch) ready for nursery systems and grow-out operations.
On-Site Algae Production
VIMS Tetraploid Genetics
Year-Round Production
Biosecurity Certified
Product Availability
Ordering Made Simple
Ferry Cove has the capability to produce oyster larvae and seed year-round. Orders are accepted throughout the year and fulfilled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Plan Ahead
We recommend placing orders by February whenever possible to ensure availability during the upcoming growing season.
Place an Order
Once an order is received, our staff will provide updates on production status, scheduling, and availability
Genetics & Broodstock
Diverse Genetics. Proven Performance.
The quality of every oyster begins with its genetics. Ferry Cove maintains a diverse broodstock program using wild Chesapeake Bay oysters, disease-resistant breeding lines, and tetraploid genetics from the Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) to produce high-performing triploid seed for growers throughout the Mid-Atlantic.
By selecting broodstock adapted to different growing conditions, Ferry Cove helps support strong growth, improved survival, and consistent performance across a variety of salinity environments.
LILY
Selected for strong growth and survival in low-salinity environments common throughout portions of the Chesapeake Bay.
HNRY
A hybrid breeding line selected for rapid growth, high survival, and reliable performance across moderate salinity environments.
LOLA
Developed from Louisiana broodstock and selected for growth and survival in lower salinity conditions.
DEBY
Developed from Delaware Bay broodstock with strong resistance to MSX and improved tolerance to Dermo.
Wild Chesapeake Bay Brookstock
In addition to improved breeding lines, Ferry Cove maintains wild broodstock collected from Chesapeake Bay tributaries, including the Nanticoke, Choptank, Patuxent, and Eastern Bay. These oysters contribute valuable local genetics and help ensure seed is well adapted to regional growing conditions.