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New Approach To Evaluate Fish Stock Productivity Under Changing Climate Conditions

Scientists see an overall decline in Pacific cod and pollock productivity in the Gulf of Alaska as compared to recent decades.
December 14, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
fishing boats, dutch harbor, Alaska and fog

Connecting Fishermen to Food Banks in a Time of Need

Innovative partnerships help fishermen and seafood farmers share the bounty of the sea with those who have less.
November 22, 2021 - Feature Story ,
National
1280x800-northeast-fishermen.jpg Fisherman. Credit: NOAA Fisheries.

A Look at Oyster Aquaculture

Aquaculture brings healthy, sustainable oysters to your table. But how do they get there? Check out a few photos to see how aquaculture grows and delivers great seafood.
November 03, 2021 - Feature Story
An inspector stands in a field of aquaculture bags, ankle-deep in water In some places, oysters are farmed intertidally and live out of the water for a time at low tide. These shellfish are raised in mesh bags and open to filter feed during high tide. Here, a NOAA Fisheries aquaculture coordinator visits an intertidal farm. Photo: NOAA Fisheries

5 Things to Know About Aquafeeds

Sustainable aquafeeds provide a balanced mix of essential nutrients that farmed and wild fish need to thrive.
November 02, 2021 - Feature Story ,
National
Hands holding commercial aquaculture fish feed (aquafeed) pellets. Sustainable aquafeeds can help fish farmers meet the growing global demand for seafood, while reducing their environmental footprint. Credit: Getty Images.

Aquaculture Grower Profiles

Marine aquaculture is an important industry with economic, environmental, and social benefits. In the U.S. farming of fish, shellfish, and seaweeds is providing sustainable seafood and helping build resilience in a changing environment.
November 01, 2021 - Feature Story ,
National
On a foggy day at low tide, oyster bags are above the water's surface as a Hog Island boat passes by.

Tide to Table Profiles: Hog Island Oyster Co.

Hog Island Oyster Co. is a shellfish grower located in Marshall, California.
October 29, 2021 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
An Oyster Farmer on the Hog Island Oyster Company's farm, standing near the long lines in the Tomales Bay that hold the Seapa Oyster baskets in place. An oyster farmer oversees the rack-and-bag system; long cables that hold submerged oyster baskets in place. Credit: Hog Island Oyster Co.

Swap In Surf for Turf to Add More Seafood to Your Diet

For a healthier diet, substitute seafood for the conventional proteins in classic American fare.
October 29, 2021 - Feature Story ,
National
Salmon and egg breakfast tacos. Salmon and egg breakfast tacos are a delicious seafood swap for any time of day! Photo courtesy of Alaska Seafood.

Tide to Table Profiles: Two Docks Shellfish

Two Docks Shellfish is an oyster and clam grower located in Bradenton, Florida.
October 29, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
Numerous baskets full of harvested clams from Two Docks Shellfish. In a typical harvest during the high season, Two Docks Shellfish gathers more than 40,000 clams. Credit: Two Docks Shellfish.

Tide to Table Profiles: Swinomish Shellfish Company

The Swinomish Shellfish Company is an oyster grower located on Fidalgo Island in Skagit County, Washington.
October 29, 2021 - Feature Story
A hand holds an oyster on the half shell up in front of a sunset. The Swinomish people have harvested oysters in the Skagit Bay for thousands of years. Credit: Swinomish Shellfish Company.

Tide to Table Profiles: Blue Ocean Mariculture

Blue Ocean Mariculture is a finfish grower located in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.
October 29, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Pacific Islands
A school of farmed Kanpachi swimming off the coast of Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. Almaco jack (Seriola rivoliana) is in the same family as yellowtail and is prized by chefs. The species is marked by a dark blue-green upper body with a lavender-tinted belly and elongated fins. Credit: Blue Ocean Mariculture.