Don Merry, a native of Duxbury, has been cultivating oysters in the pristine waters of Duxbury Bay since the late 1990s. After selling his fish market in Duxbury, Don helped launch Island Creek Oysters alongside Skip Bennett and Christian Horne, traveling the eastern seaboard to introduce discerning chefs to Duxbury's exceptional briny bivalves. As the farm-to-table movement gained momentum, these local oyster farmers found enthusiastic reception in some of America's finest restaurants.

Merry Oysters operates as an owner-operated, small production farm where Don maintains direct relationships with a select group of chefs, ensuring they receive precisely what they need when they need it. Quality control and customer satisfaction remain paramount, with Don personally overseeing every aspect of the operation. His commitment to food safety is evident throughout the entire process, from his oyster lease to his delivery van, backed by Serve-Safe certification and USDA HACCP certification for shellfish shipping and handling.

The farm's mission centers on being a year-round source for quality Duxbury oysters while preserving, sustaining, and enjoying Duxbury Bay and its surrounding ecosystem. What makes these oysters extraordinary is Duxbury Bay's unique tidal flow and cool waters that combine with high salinity to create the perfect growing environment. Don remains committed to running a green operation, utilizing solar power and sustainable, low-impact practices while continuously working to improve his environmental footprint.

Seafood

• Duxbury oysters
• Merry Mermaids oysters