Heaven on the Half Shell

Alaska has more coastline than the rest of the United States combined and most of it is virtual wilderness. In fact, most Alaska shellfish farms are located in sites classified as remote with no human habitation or industrial activities located within miles. While about half of the waters in other major shellfish harvesting of the U.S. have had harvest limitations imposed because of public health concerns, Alaska has no prohibited or restricted growing areas. While product confidence is vital, the best reason to buy Alaska's farmed shellfish is that they are simply the very best available on the half shell.

Our shellfish feed in the icy cold, pure Alaska waters, and are the closest thing to experiencing the splendor of the Alaska wilderness. Our shellfish are available year-round just a jet away from your doorstep. Unlike the beach-grown oysters from other growing regions, Alaska oysters are farmed exclusively with suspended culture techniques, resulting products that always are firm, full and deep-cupped. Alaska littleneck clams have a long shelflife, crisp texture and are very flavorful, and our mussels are fat and succulent.

Why Alaska Oysters Are So Unique

Oysters naturally grow in clusters on muddy beaches and traditional farming methods are patterned after the wild life cycle. Alaska farmers use suspended culture techniques where single Pacific oysters are grown in nets or trays hung in deep waters.

Life in the rich, pure waters of Alaska's coastal wilderness is good. Free of the rise and fall of the tides, Alaska oysters can feed continually and avoid exposure to hot summer sun, cold winter winds, mud, sand and other annoyances of life on the beach. As a result of this coddled life, Alaska oysters are uniformly shaped, with deep cups and plump meats, products ideal for serving on the half shell.