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Oyster Bar 101

With oyster aquaculture production on the rise in many regions of the United States, more and more people are finding themselves at oyster bars. Also known as a raw bar, these establishments offer guests a variety of different types of oysters as well as the experience of eating in a more hands-on way. Whether you are looking to impress a date or just avoid spilling cocktail sauce on your shirt, here is some advice for oyster bar beginners.
August 03, 2018 - Feature Story ,
Raw oysters rest on a dish full of ice next to a Rappahannock Oyster Bar menu.

U.S. Strengthens Law on Seafood Imports

We appreciate Congress’ support for the Seafood Import Monitoring Program in the FY2018 Omnibus Appropriations Bill. The Seafood Import Monitoring Program is critical to curbing Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated fishing and ensuring that seafood
March 23, 2018 - Leadership Message ,
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Bottomfish Still On Top

A new Hawai'i deep 7 bottomfish stock assessment.
February 26, 2018 - Feature Story ,
Pink snappers check out optical underwater survey gear.

NOAA and Partners Are Helping Restore Tuna and Swordfish in the Gulf after Deepwater Horizon

Small group of pelagic longline fishing vessel owners will take a six-month voluntary repose, can continue to fish with alternative gear, improving populations and supporting supply chains.
January 08, 2018 - Feature Story ,
Several squid-shaped lures, half of them bright green and half of them clear with multi-colored glitter Examples of lures used with greenstick gear, an alternative gear option for project participants.

Explore Top 5 Stories, Photos, and Videos of 2017

Discover our most popular stories, photos, and videos of the year.
December 11, 2017 - Feature Story ,
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Grant Funds Available for Regional Aquaculture Pilot Projects

To help foster responsible aquaculture and seafood security in the U.S., NOAA Fisheries is supporting aquaculture pilot projects through the nation's Interstate Marine Fisheries Commission.
December 01, 2017 - Feature Story ,
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United States Leads in Global Fisheries Management

A message from John Henderschedt, Director of NOAA Fisheries' Office of International Affairs and Seafood Inspection.
November 13, 2017 - Leadership Message ,
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Imaged from the Depths: Survey of Bottomfish in Main Hawaiian Islands

Learn about the annual Bottomfish Fishery-Independent Survey in the main Hawaiian Islands known as BFISH.
October 20, 2017 - Feature Story ,
Bottomfish cooperative vessel Naomi K with three people on board.

Celebrating National Seafood Month 2017

A message from Chris Oliver, head of NOAA Fisheries.
October 02, 2017 - Leadership Message ,
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Improving Fisheries Through an International Exchange of Ideas

In the last week of June 2017, 11 resource management delegates from the Philippines met with representatives from NOAA to share ideas and experiences on fisheries science, management, and enforcement. The weeklong event will lead to new partnerships and
August 08, 2017 - Feature Story ,
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