Fresh Oysters in Ft. Morgan, AL – Is There a Season?

Remember hearing that oysters are only in season during months ending in R? Well that is a bit outdated, and they can really be enjoyed year-round. They do tend to be a bit meatier during the cooler months, though. This is because they grow more slowly in cooler water. So from September through April they grow bigger and are therefore considered more succulent. But there’s nothing wrong with enjoying them any time of the year.

Out in Ft. Morgan, AL Navy Cove Oyster farm provides fresh succulent oysters to local restaurants and stores. 

We are lucky enough to be staying near them, and went to Sassy Bass Amazing Grill to have some raw and also baked oysters on the half shell. SO GOOD!!

Oyster farming has deep roots in the Gulf Coast’s history, with Native American tribes as early practitioners. The US Gulf primarily farms the native Eastern oyster, known for its unique flavor and adaptability to Gulf waters.

Did you know that oyster farming benefits the Gulf ecosystem by providing habitat for numerous marine species, improving water quality by filtering out pollutants, and protecting coastlines?

Oyster beds are often composed of mesh bags or cages hanging from buoys, filled with oysters that grow and mature in their natural habitat.