Established Multi-Lease Chesapeake Oyster Producer
Business Description
This well-developed shellfish farming company cultivates and markets top-tier oysters grown under controlled conditions and harvested throughout the calendar year from six licensed sites within the greater Chesapeake Bay area. Over time, the operation has brought millions of oysters to market while also delivering measurable environmental benefits by improving water clarity and supporting marine life. Beyond oyster cultivation, the business purchases and resells a range of seafood products, including whole fish and shellfish, creating diversified income through restaurant collaborations, bulk sales, and consumer-facing channels, including a national direct-shipping storefront.
The operation has been expanded to a steady, profitable scale and is supported by a knowledgeable team, including an experienced farm operations lead and a staff member dedicated to coordinating deliveries and customer relationships. Systems and processes are designed so ownership is not required to manage daily activities. The sellers are committed to a thorough transition, offering up to twelve months of paid, part-time involvement and a comprehensive handoff of operational procedures, industry relationships, and regulatory expertise. Farm activities are further supported by Oceanfarmr, the company’s proprietary aquaculture management platform used to plan, track, and optimize production.
Included in the sale are six transferable water column authorizations, assets that typically require several years to secure and provide a meaningful competitive advantage in a highly regulated sector. Current farming and distribution benefit from access to a waterfront property provided at no cost by a nonprofit organization, with the possibility of continued use by a successor owner subject to mutual agreement.
This opportunity is well suited for entrepreneurs or strategic buyers aiming to participate in or grow within the sustainable seafood market. A proven brand, established infrastructure, trained workforce, and expanding national visibility create both near-term revenue and long-term upside. With the addition of a general manager, the business could be operated with limited owner involvement or from a remote location.
The operation has been expanded to a steady, profitable scale and is supported by a knowledgeable team, including an experienced farm operations lead and a staff member dedicated to coordinating deliveries and customer relationships. Systems and processes are designed so ownership is not required to manage daily activities. The sellers are committed to a thorough transition, offering up to twelve months of paid, part-time involvement and a comprehensive handoff of operational procedures, industry relationships, and regulatory expertise. Farm activities are further supported by Oceanfarmr, the company’s proprietary aquaculture management platform used to plan, track, and optimize production.
Included in the sale are six transferable water column authorizations, assets that typically require several years to secure and provide a meaningful competitive advantage in a highly regulated sector. Current farming and distribution benefit from access to a waterfront property provided at no cost by a nonprofit organization, with the possibility of continued use by a successor owner subject to mutual agreement.
This opportunity is well suited for entrepreneurs or strategic buyers aiming to participate in or grow within the sustainable seafood market. A proven brand, established infrastructure, trained workforce, and expanding national visibility create both near-term revenue and long-term upside. With the addition of a general manager, the business could be operated with limited owner involvement or from a remote location.
About the Business
- Currently Relocatable
- Yes
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
Listing Info
- ID
- 2450431
- Listing Views
- 70
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