Read the 2020 ‘Fisheries of the United States’ Report
 The ‘Fisheries of the United States’ report is a yearbook of fisheries and aquaculture statistics for the nation. Although a relatively small producer, the U.S. is a major player in global aquaculture, supplying a variety of advanced technology, feed, equipment, and investment capital to producers around the world. Notably, a focus on high-value products resulted in aquaculture contributing 24 percent of the value of domestic seafood products. Read More »
Aquaculture Opportunity Areas Featured at Aquaculture America 2022
 At Aquaculture America, NOAA staff gave presentations about the process to identify Aquaculture Opportunity Areas–small, defined geographic areas that have been evaluated to determine potential suitability for commercial aquaculture. AOAs were a topic of great interest at the conference; it was a valuable opportunity for our team to engage others during the process. Read More »
Please note that the public comment periods have now closed for the Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement Notices of Intent for AOAs in Southern California and the Gulf of Mexico. Comments will now be evaluated and used to guide the drafting of the PEIS. We thank you for your extensive engagement and thoughtful input during the comment periods.
Progress Toward 'NOAA Aquaculture Strategic Plan' Continues
As one of the steps toward finalizing the NOAA Aquaculture Strategic Plan, three public comment sessions were held in June. The sessions generated a great number of constructive and thought-provoking comments that will be incorporated into the plan. Our team thanks you for your involvement as we work to expand sustainable aquaculture. Read the latest draft »
International Partnership Focuses on Aquaculture in a Changing Environment
 Co-chairs Hideaki Aono from the Japan FRA and Mike Rust from the NOAA Office of Aquaculture (both seated), along with other members of the UJNR Aquaculture Panel. Credit: Japan FRA
Co-hosted by the United States and Japan, the U.S.-Japan Natural Resources (UJNR) Aquaculture Panel has driven an exchange of sustainable aquaculture knowledge for 50 years. Read More »
Save the date: this year's UJNR 50th anniversary symposium will be held from November 12-15, in Tokyo, Japan.
The Northeast Aquaculture Conference and Expo: Well Worth the Wait
 NOAA Milford Lab scientists (left to right) Julie Rose, Renee Mercaldo-Allen, and Gillian Phillips present their research on the habitat services provided by shellfish aquaculture in Long Island Sound. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Kristen Jabanoski
This year’s Northeast Aquaculture Conference and Exposition and Milford Aquaculture Seminar gathered industry leaders, scientists, ecosystem managers, growers, and students to explore the latest developments in sustainable aquaculture. Read More »
Alaska Region’s Aquaculture Program Expands Diversity & Inclusion
 A vibrant red algae called dulse has been harvested by the Tlingit and Haida peoples of Southeast Alaska for millennia. Credit: NOAA Fisheries
At the request of an educator in the Alaska Native community of Klukwan, the Alaska Regional Aquaculture Program developed a tumble culture, and seaweed lesson plan to help students explore growing traditional foods in the classroom. Read More »
The Alaska Fisheries Science Center released a new strategic research plan for shellfish and seaweed aquaculture in Alaska. This plan will be used to guide science center aquaculture-related research over the next 5 years, and provide needed information for state and federal regulatory agencies and coastal communities in Alaska. Read More »
On the Reel: Aquaculture Videos You May Have Missed
 Aquaculture: Water Quality and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System, describes how the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program uses permitting and management practices to help control pollutants and protect water quality.
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