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Northeast Offshore Mussel Farming Would Contribute to American Seafood Competitiveness

A favorable ocean environment and market provide momentum for offshore mussel farming. However challenges remain, including regulatory uncertainty and the need for harmful algae monitoring.
July 30, 2020 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
String of mussels being pulled from the water

Alaska’s Blue Economy Includes Both Mariculture and Wild Caught Seafoods

Alaska’s thriving seafood industry is expanding to include sustainable farmed shellfish and seaweed.
May 22, 2020 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
1200 x 750 AKR Hump Island oyster and seaweed farm.jpg

Deep Water Sites Off the U.S. Northeast Coast Are Suitable for Offshore Blue Mussel Farms

A new study finds specific locations where blue mussel farms could increase the blue economy.
October 16, 2019 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Blue mussels being pulled out of the water.