Texas oysters. World-class flavor.

Big Tree oysters are raised in clean waters, cultivated with precision and care, and hand-selected for consistent quality and freshness. The result? Crisp, vibrant oysters representing the very best of Texas.

Clean waters. Exceptional flavor.

At Big Tree Oyster Company, we cultivate premium oysters in one of the healthiest bay systems on the Texas coast. Our farm sits in a unique environment, near protected shorelines and the natural habitats of Aransas National Wildlife Refuge and Goose Island State Park. The result is an oyster with a deep cup, plump meat, and a beautifully balanced profile. Expect bright salinity, a crisp clean finish, and a touch of sweetness that reflects the unique “merroir” of Copano Bay.

Grown with precision and care.

We raise Eastern oysters, the native oyster of the Gulf and Atlantic coasts. Floating at the top of the water column, our oysters thrive in ideal natural growing conditions. Our oysters are nurtured with hands-on techniques that mimic the natural tides. We carefully tumble, flip, and sort the oysters regularly, keeping them clean and helping them grow with deep cups and plump meats. At harvest time, each oyster is hand-selected for consistent quality you can count on.

Sustainability at our core.

Big Tree Oyster Company was founded by husband-and-wife team Amy and Seth, both Rockport natives. Amy, a conservation biologist, and Seth, a marine hydrographer and boatbuilder, launched Texas’ 7th oyster farm in 2022. Our farm requires no food, fertilizer, or chemicals. The oysters feed on nutrients in the bay, and that’s all they need to grow and thrive. For us, oyster farming is a true collaboration with nature and a commitment to keeping Texas bays thriving for generations to come.

Map of Big Tree Oysters in Copano Bay

From our farm to your table.

Are you a chef, distributor, or seafood buyer? Big Tree oysters are available year-round for direct sales and Texas delivery. Every order comes straight from Copano Bay to you, ensuring freshness, consistency, and premium quality your guests will remember.

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Perfect weekend for fresh oysters on the skiff @huntbirddog @blackduckskiffs 📷: @bensweat22
750 oysters, one sandbar, and a whole lot of good times. We had a blast shucking our oysters this weekend for the hard-fishing crew at @borrachopescador. Huge shoutout to the Sandbar Party dream team @smithoptics @howlerbros @turtleboxaudio @oldsmoke
Sunset, Copano Bay, and oysters on a boat. Doesn’t get much better than this, y’all! Thanks to Captain Tommy Moore and his crew for bringing this idea to life!
This month marks 2 years since we stocked our first baby oysters at the farm. We are truly honored to partner with Mother Nature every day on a process and product that we are so proud of. And we are deeply grateful to all of YOU for the support you&
Shucking things up with Chef Bobby Matos @bobbymatos at the Texas Restaurant Show! It’s always fun sharing what we grow and learning from folks who know how to make it shine. Big thanks to @texassurfconservancy and everyone who came by to suppo
Tiny but mighty! These baby oysters just got their spot on the farm in Copano Bay, and we couldn’t be more excited. Grow strong, little bivalves!
This Friday, enjoy some fresh oysters and help our neighbors in Central Texas. 🦪 On Friday July 11, all proceeds from oyster sales will be donated to the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country to support flood relief efforts. Reserve yours n
Reserve your Big Tree oysters for July 4! Available for pick up in Rockport this Friday from 10am to 12pm. DM us or email info@bigtreeoysters.com to reserve yours!
Repost 📸 @themariahtyler • If you haven’t picked up the June issue of @texashighways, you’re missing out! This issue is a love letter to the Texas coast, with a special shoutout to Texas oysters and Chef Aaron Juvera @aaron.juvera a

 FAQ

  • Texas restaurants can order fresh Big Tree oysters for direct delivery, ensuring top quality and freshness, by emailing us at info@bigtreeoysters.com.

    Oysters to shuck at home are available for pre-order any time in 50- and 100-count sacks. We harvest fresh oysters every week, with pickup on Fridays in Rockport. For local pickup, please email info@bigtreeoysters.com to place a pre-order.

  • Big Tree oysters are frequently served at restaurants across Texas, including Rockport, Austin, and San Antonio. Availability changes weekly so please get in touch with us at info@bigtreeoysters.com to find a restaurant near you!

  • Yes! Farmed oysters can be harvested and consumed year-round. Historically, we did not eat oysters in warmer months ("months without an R") in order to protect wild populations during seasonal spawning and reduce risks of foodborne illness. Now, with oyster mariculture, we can harvest year-round because we do not depend on seasonal spawning and we are not depleting the wild oyster populations. Also, with modern refrigeration, we can cool them down quickly and safely, which reduces the risks of foodborne illness and allows us to supply fresh oysters year-round.

    *Consumer Advisory: Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish (including oysters), or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

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