Rainfall Closure Triggers Oyster Recall Linked to Maine Aquaculture Site

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The State of Maine has issued a recall alert for live shellstock oysters harvested on June 24, 2026, from limited-purpose aquaculture site AGAI 121 in the Yarmouth, Maine harvest area, after the product was taken during a rainfall-related harvest closure.

The recall covers live shellstock oysters identified with traceability lot code 6/24/26 AGAI 121. The oysters were harvested and shipped on June 24, 2026, in 10-count bags from the Yarmouth site. The grower initiated the recall prior to contacting the...

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