Talbot Watermen, shucking oysters at MACO
Tracey Johns / Meet Talbot County's Business Leaders / July 27, 2026

Growing the Bay Economy: An Innovative Oyster Partnership for Talbot County

What if restoring the Chesapeake Bay could also strengthen Talbot County's economy? An innovative new partnership is bringing together local watermen, aquaculture…

Stephan Abel, President and CEO, Ferry Cove Shellfish (Photo by Tom McCall)
cvanhooser / Community Impact Awards / May 2, 2023

2023 Community Impact Award Winner: Ferry Cove Oyster Hatchery

Stephan Abel has an ambitious goal — plant one billion oysters in the Chesapeake Bay. Each and every year. Now in his…