Date: June 17, 2026

Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m

Location: LSU AgCenter Seafood Processing Demonstration Lab, Iberia Research Station: 603 LSU Bridge Rd., Jeanerette LA 70583

Registration: RSVP preferred due to limited space RSVP Here

You will need to register by June 10, 2026

Contact Information: Wood Oglesby (252)939-5654 or by email roglesby@lsu.edu

Why Attend?

Due to seafood supply chains constantly evolving, Louisiana stakeholders should have the information and tools necessary to maintain leadership and stay competitive

What to Expect:

Join us for an engaging day of discussion and hands-on demonstrations!

Topics include:

• Louisiana Oyster Industry Opportunities
• Market Innovations
• Customer Preferences
• Competition and Impacts of Imports
• Changing Coastal Habitats

Who Should Attend?

• Louisiana oyster dealers and processors
• Traditional and off-bottom oyster producers
• Restauranteurs, retailers and others

In Addition:

Experience the Beyond the Boat LSU Seafood Processing Demonstration Lab

Attendees will be introduced to modern seafood processing and value-added technologies through guided observations and discussion. The experience will include:

• An overview of oyster smoking processes and product outcomes
• Opportunities to view specialized seafood processing, packaging, and refrigeration equipment
• Tasting of selected value‑added seafood products developed through the lab

Learn more about the lab’s mission to support the Louisiana Seafood Industry at: Seafood Processing Demo Lab

Seafood Lab contact info: Anne Dugas (337)519-5320 or by email annedugas@agcenter.lsu.edu