Once oysters are harvested, cold storage gives farmers a trusted, temperature-controlled environment to ensure freshness while they await distribution.

Oysters are filter feeders, drawing in ocean water through their gills to extract nutrient-rich plankton. While effective for feeding, this also exposes them to bacteria, viruses, and other environmental contaminants. That’s where wet storage comes into play. Depuration tanks replicate the oysters’ natural filtering process in a carefully controlled setting, allowing them to purge impurities and reduce health risks—ultimately making them safer for consumption.

Our innovative, patent-pending oyster pods—made from sustainable materials using the world’s first 3D-printed, closed-loop oyster farming tank—enable oysters to continue growing to larger sizes year-round. These pods create a stable, controlled environment that supports uninterrupted growth, even during periods of environmental stress such as pollution, chemical contamination, or harmful algal blooms like red tide. As filter feeders, oysters are especially vulnerable to these conditions, which can disrupt harvests. Our closed system offers a safe alternative, and while research is ongoing, we’re optimistic about the potential of these pods to help farmers mitigate environmental risks and improve yield.