Aquaculture and Environmental Interactions

A fact sheet from NOAA that explains how aquaculture interacts with the environment, especially in terms of water quality and ecosystem impacts. It discusses how different types of aquaculture, such as shellfish, seaweed, and finfish farming, can affect or improve ecosystems depending on how they are managed. The fact sheet highlights benefits like nutrient removal and habitat creation, while also addressing potential impacts and management practices that support sustainable seafood production.