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Grand Isle oyster business posts strongest year since 1980s.

Grand Isle Jewels brand unites multiple local oyster farms.

Off-bottom aquafarming enables multiple annual harvests with unique flavor.

Distribution expands to Southeastern U.S. restaurants and holiday home deliveries.

The Grand Isle oyster business is making a major comeback in 2025, marking its strongest year since commercial exports nearly disappeared in the early 1980s. According to a news release, innovative aquafarming techniques and a cooperative branding effort under the Grand Isle Jewels label are driving the resurgence, boosting awareness and expanding distribution.

The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission ( JEDCO ) credited the revival with supporting both the local seafood indus

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