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The Northeast Aquaculture Conference and Expo: Well Worth the Wait

The long-awaited 2022 Northeast Aquaculture Conference and Exposition and Milford Aquaculture Seminar brought more than 500 aquaculture industry leaders, scientists, and ecosystem managers to Portland, Maine, in April.
June 06, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Three female scientists stand in front of a slide presentation in a conference room. The slide reads “Shelf & bag oyster aquaculture cages provide habitat for fish similar to natural boulder reefs”. NOAA Milford Lab scientists (left to right) Julie Rose, Renee Mercaldo-Allen, and Gillian Phillips present their research on the habitat services provided by shellfish aquaculture in Long Island Sound. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Kristen Jabanoski

Aquaculture Opportunity Areas Featured at Aquaculture America 2022

Aquaculture Opportunity Areas can develop economic and environmental resiliency, and serve as a vital complement to wild-catch fisheries.
April 11, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Large baskets of freshly harvested oysters sit at the water's edge, as aquaculture workers unload additional oysters from nearby boats. NOAA combines scientific analysis and public engagement to identify areas that are environmentally, socially, and economically appropriate for commercial aquaculture.

Sustainable Seafood: An Interview with Janet Coit, NOAA Fisheries Assistant Administrator

Hear Janet Coit's thoughts on a number of major themes and how they relate to our role in ensuring sustainable seafood, including the pandemic, climate change, working waterfronts, and more.
April 11, 2022 - Podcast ,
Dr. Richard Spinrad, NOAA Administrator, Dick Jones of Blue Ocean Mariculture, and Janet Coit, NOAA Fisheries Assistant Administrator at Seafood Expo North America in March 2022 NOAA Administrator, Dr. Richard Spinrad, Dick Jones of Blue Ocean Mariculture, and NOAA Fisheries Assistant Administrator, Janet Coit, at Seafood Expo North America in March 2022. Credit: NOAA Fisheries.

Partnership Supports Minorities in Aquaculture Internship Opportunity

Developing partnerships result in new opportunities for aquaculture accessibility.
March 09, 2022 - Feature Story ,
The "Minorities in Aquaculture" logo superimposed over a background of oysters in the shell.

Global Study Sheds Light on the Valuable Benefits of Shellfish and Seaweed Aquaculture

Is it possible to eat our way to cleaner water and more fish? A new global study shows that shellfish and seaweed aquaculture provide valuable benefits to people and ocean ecosystems.
February 10, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Pile of oysters.

James E. Hanks, Advocate for Aquaculture Research and Mentorship

In celebration of our 150th anniversary, we are highlighting people who helped build the foundation of fisheries and marine science. Meet James Hanks, a friend to students, a research advocate, and laboratory builder and director, 1962–1985.
November 16, 2021 - Feature Story ,
 A color image. Headshot of an older man with thinning gray hair wearing glasses, an open-necked shirt, and a dark blazer.

Alaska Aquaculture Permitting Portal and Guidance Document Now Available

These new tools guide applicants through the aquatic farm leasing and permitting process in Alaska.
November 08, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Oysters in Alaska. Credit: Alaska Department of Natural Resources Oysters in Alaska. Credit: Alaska Department of Natural Resources

6 Cool Northeast Aquaculture Science Collaborations to Follow

Six aquaculture collaborations and partnerships helping to solve tomorrow’s aquaculture challenges like disease, ocean acidification, and climate change.
November 05, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Collage of six photos. Three photos are of oysters, mussels, and sugar kelp being farmed. Three photos are of oysters, mussels, and kelp served as seafood. “Six Cool Northeast Aquaculture Science Collaborations to Follow”