The new tool provides a science-based estimate of how much nitrogen oyster farms remove from local waterways. It generates a report that can be used in the aquaculture permitting process.
Science supports healthy seafood harvests and thriving fishing communities today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. Staff from New England-based local seafood restaurant Row 34 visited NOAA Fisheries in Woods Hole to learn more.
With NOAA funds, the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians will remove 12 fish passage barriers at road-stream crossings on their traditional lands. They will also investigate fish passage options for lake sturgeon at two hydroelectric dams.
NOAA offers internship opportunities through partnerships with select colleges and in collaboration with other colleges and universities for degree requirements. We also mentor students supported by other internship and fellowship opportunities.
The story of "The Codfather" is an example of the harm—both to communities and to fisheries—that can occur when bad actors mislabel their catch, abuse quota systems, and break fishing regulations.
NOAA Fisheries recommended awarding 37 grants, totaling more than $4 million, through the John H. Prescott Marine Mammal Rescue and Assistance Grant Program to our partners in 16 states.
