Mississippi's 2026-27 Oyster Season Opens October 1
[BILOXI] Mississippi's 2026-27 oyster harvest season officially opened October 1, the state Department of Marine Resources (MDMR) announced via EIN. This year's open reefs and harvest limits were set based on summer resource surveys.
MDMR said the state's oyster stocks have gradually recovered in recent years thanks to artificial-reef restoration and quota management. On opening day, licensed harvesters may work designated public reefs, subject to size and sack limits; violators face penalties.
The oyster industry is a key economic pillar of Mississippi's Gulf Coast. The state expects this season's harvest to provide a steady supply for local processors and restaurants.
(Source: Mississippi DMR)
Source: Mississippi DMR
Published by GSM · USA (original Chinese edition)
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