Oyster is a generic term used for a number of different groups of bivalve molluscs which grow for the most part in marine or brackish water. The true oysters are the members of the family Ostreidae.

At Venø Fish Farm A/S we work exclusively with the European flat oyster (Ostrea edulis), also known as the edible oyster. They are known the Limfjords-oyster in Denmark. In the UK they are commonly called Natives (this is often preceeded a place-name, such as Whitstable or Colchester) while in France they are called the Belon.

Up until 1983 there was a significant fishery for oysters in the Limfjord. Even back then, the Limfjords-oyster was considered to be the finest tasting species of all.

After the collapse of the oyster stocks in the Limfjord, most of the oysters which were eaten in Denmark were the Pacific cupped-oyster (Crassostrea gigas). Flat oysters are fairly round and, as their name implies, relatively flat. Cupped-oysters on the other hand, are long and quite deep. The Pacific oysters are produced in large quantities in France, from where they were imported to Denmark.

Rising demand for Limfjords-oysters and the limited supply has in recent years resulted in a significantly higher price. Ironically, most of the Limfjords-oysters are exported to southern European countries, including France.

We do not compete on price – only on quality. VenOysters are an exclusive item, intended for the quality-conscious and environmentally aware consumer who is seeking a pure taste experience, who will also enjoy the aesthetically pleasing sight of them beautifully presented on a platter. The consumer whose refuses to compromise on taste or purity when it comes to food.