
State and County Insights
Chesapeake Bay Oyster Reef Projects Move Forward In 2026 With New Restoration Plans
Oyster reef restoration in Chesapeake Bay is actively expanding in 2026 through coordinated state, federal, and nonprofit projects focused on rebuilding reef habitats, improving water quality, stabilizing fisheries, and strengthening coastal ecosystems. The effort has already restored thousands of acres of oyster habitat and billions of oysters, and the new phase emphasizes long-term ecological stability,