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Daily Fresh Shellfish Inc. is a Canadian seafood distribution company based in Richmond, British Columbia, specializing in the sourcing, handling, and wholesale distribution of premium live shellfish, with a particular emphasis on high-grade oysters. Serving a growing market of seafood retailers, distributors, and hospitality clients across North America and Asia, the company is recognized for its freshness, consistency, and quality-driven sourcing.
Company Background
Founded by Shu Wen Chen, Daily Fresh Shellfish Inc. was established to bridge the gap between Canadian shellfish farms and global buyers seeking pristine, sustainable shellfish. The company operates out of Richmond — a city strategically located near some of Canada’s most fertile aquaculture regions, including Vancouver Island and the British Columbia coastline.
Over the years, the company has built strong partnerships with licensed shellfish harvesters and cultivators to ensure a reliable and year-round supply of live oysters and other bivalves.
Core Business
Daily Fresh Shellfish’s core business revolves around the procurement, packaging, and export of live oysters, with an emphasis on maintaining freshness through cold-chain logistics and strict quality handling procedures. The company supplies to wholesalers, seafood distributors, and premium foodservice clients both within Canada and in key export markets such as the United States, Hong Kong, and mainland China.
Product Offerings
Daily Fresh Shellfish Inc. specializes in select varieties of live oysters, harvested from carefully managed Canadian tidal farms:
- Xsmall Oyster (Royal Miyagi): Renowned for its deep cup and clean finish, ideal for raw bars and high-end restaurants.
- Xsmall Beach Oyster (Light House): A beach-raised oyster known for its briny flavor and firm meat texture.
- Xsmall Oyster (Glacier Apex or Kisu): Sourced from nutrient-rich waters, offering a buttery, delicate flavor profile.
Oysters are graded, cleaned, and shipped live under cold storage protocols to ensure peak freshness upon arrival.
Specialization and USP
- Live Shellfish Expertise: Focuses exclusively on high-quality, live shellfish with specialized logistics.
- Farm-to-Market Model: Works directly with oyster farms across British Columbia to ensure freshness and traceability.
- Size and Grade Control: Offers consistent sizing (Xsmall) for uniform culinary presentation.
- Bespoke Handling Procedures: Minimizes stress on shellfish during transit, maximizing shelf life and product integrity.
Financials and Shipment Data
As a privately owned SME, Daily Fresh Shellfish Inc. does not disclose full financials. However, trade records and seafood industry export data indicate:
- Annual Export Volume: Estimated 150,000 to 200,000 oysters annually (based on industry norms and logistics data).
- Key Export Destinations: United States (West Coast), Hong Kong, mainland China.
- Distribution Channels: Seafood wholesalers, restaurant supply chains, luxury hotel suppliers.
(Source: Canadian seafood export statistics, BC Shellfish Growers Association insights)
Target Market
Daily Fresh Shellfish targets premium segments of the seafood industry:
- Fine Dining Restaurants and Raw Bars
- Luxury Hotels and Resorts
- Premium Seafood Wholesalers
- Specialty Retail Chains
- Distributors servicing Asian live seafood markets
Buyers typically require traceable, consistent, and freshly harvested products that meet foodservice presentation standards.
Capabilities
- Cold Chain Logistics: Maintains product temperature from harvest to customer delivery using insulated, oxygenated packaging.
- Quality Control: In-house grading and inspection before shipment.
- Rapid Turnaround: Operates with a just-in-time inventory system to ensure minimal holding time and maximum freshness.
- Custom Labeling and Packaging: Available for wholesale and private label clients.
Certifications and Compliance
Daily Fresh Shellfish operates in compliance with Canadian and international food safety standards:
- Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) Approved
- Export Eligible for U.S., Hong Kong, and China Markets
- Harvests from HACCP-Certified Farms
- Adheres to BC Shellfish Sanitation Program Standards
These measures guarantee product traceability, sustainability, and food safety compliance.
Customer Testimonials
While direct public testimonials are limited, repeat clients and long-term distribution relationships reflect:
- Confidence in product quality and freshness
- Responsive customer service and delivery coordination
- Strong shelf life and flavor consistency of oysters
Testimonials from seafood buyers emphasize the company's reliability during peak demand periods and its ability to deliver specialty orders on time.
Major Achievements
- Trusted Supplier to Asia-Pacific Buyers: Established a strong export pipeline to Hong Kong and mainland China’s luxury seafood markets.
- Specialized Product Focus: Built a niche reputation as a reliable supplier of extra-small, premium oysters.
- Sustainable Harvest Advocacy: Promotes and supports sustainable aquaculture practices through its farming partnerships.
Daily Fresh Shellfish Inc. continues to lead with its niche approach to live shellfish distribution, offering global clients access to some of the finest oysters Canada’s coastal waters have to offer — consistently delivered fresh, clean, and ready for the most discerning palates.