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Science to Support Sustainable Shellfish and Seaweed Aquaculture Development in Alaska State Waters

NOAA Fisheries releases new strategic research plan for shellfish and seaweed aquaculture in Alaska.
August 11, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Kelp underwater

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

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 ,
On a foggy day at low tide, oyster bags are above the water's surface as a Hog Island boat passes by.

The Milford Method: NOAA Fisheries’ Role in Shellfish Aquaculture

In celebration of our 150th anniversary, we are highlighting people and activities that helped build our foundations. From a small lab on the shore of Long Island Sound, a mighty aquaculture revolution began.
October 29, 2021 - Feature Story ,
Oysters in orange basket.

Tide to Table Profiles: Hump Island Oyster Company

Hump Island Oyster Company is a shellfish and kelp grower based in Ketchikan, Alaska.
October 29, 2021 - Feature Story ,
A hand holding a raw Hump Island Oyster in the shell. A raw Hump Island oyster. Credit: Hump Island Oyster Company.

Oyster Ninja Introduces New Audiences­­ to Shellfish

Meet the podcaster bringing fun facts—and freshly shucked oysters—to his listeners.
July 30, 2021 - Feature Story ,
The Oyster Ninja, Gardner Douglas, carefully trims a raw oyster from its shell. Photo credit: Gardner Douglas. The Oyster Ninja, Gardner Douglas, carefully trims a raw oyster from its shell. Photo credit: Jay Flemming

Aquaculture Grower Profiles

Marine aquaculture is an important industry. In many fishing and coastal communities, aquaculture creates year-round jobs that support resilient working waterfronts and economic development.
October 23, 2020 - Feature Story ,
Two employees use rakes to clean algae off of oyster bags. Farmers cleaning oyster bags. Clean bags allow more water to get through for the shellfish to filter feed.

Enjoy Sustainable Seafood at Home

Follow these recipes to enjoy delicious, sustainable seafood at home.
July 09, 2020 - Feature Story ,
swordfish skewers_photo by Sam Wells of Chef Epic.jpg Swordfish skewers on the grill. Photo by Sam Wells, Chef Epic.