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Discover lay-friendly resources about Aquaculture in the Southeast United States! Our curated database includes resources for the general public, seafood lovers, educators, extension personnel, and folks in the service industry.
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Marine Aquaculture in the U.S.
This fact sheet describes marine aquaculture in the United States, focusing on the farming of marine fish, shellfish, and seaweeds in coastal and offshore waters. It outlines the types of species produced, where aquaculture takes place, and the roles of federal agencies in permitting, research, and coordination. The document presents current production context and management responsibilities.
Minorities in Aquaculture Internship Program
The MIA Internship Program is a workforce development initiative from Minorities in Aquaculture that provides paid, hands‑on internships in aquaculture and maritime fields. The program places participants with partner organizations nationwide, offering immersive experiences across farming, research, and outreach settings while supporting career exploration, skill‑building, and professional networking within the aquaculture sector.
Climate Resilience and Aquaculture
This NOAA fact sheet explains how aquaculture can support climate‑resilient food production as global demand for seafood increases. It describes how ocean farming uses fewer land, water, and energy resources than traditional agriculture, while offering opportunities for adaptation, such as selective breeding and controlled growing conditions. The fact sheet also highlights benefits like reducing greenhouse gas emissions, supporting coastal communities, and mitigating impacts such as ocean acidification through species like seaweed.
Seafood at Retail Resources
This resource from the Seafood Nutrition Partnership provides marketing and communication tools designed for seafood retailers. The page includes a retail marketing playbook and a monthly seafood communications calendar, offering themed content ideas to help educate consumers, promote seafood’s health benefits, and support retail seafood sales throughout the year.
La Presencia de Bifenilos Policlorados en Ciertas Especies de Pescados Cultivados
This fact sheet discusses polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), explaining their industrial origins, persistence in the environment, bioaccumulation in farmed fish, and implications for seafood consumption and human health.
What is Aquaculture?
This animated video, appropriate for youth through adults, presents aquaculture as a way to help meet rising global seafood demand. It emphasizes the importance of sustainability, human health, and science‑based decision‑making, illustrating how responsible aquaculture can contribute to food security while supporting environmental stewardship.
Molluscan Shellfish Aquaculture and Production
This UF/IFAS Extension fact sheet provides an overview of molluscan shellfish aquaculture, including oysters, clams, mussels, and scallops. Written for students, educators, and industry professionals, it explains global and U.S. production trends, major species groups, and the economic importance of shellfish farming within aquaculture.
Carreras en Biología Marina
This Spanish‑language Datos Marinos fact sheet from Puerto Rico Sea Grant explains the presence of mercury in fish and shellfish and why it can be a concern for certain consumers. It describes where mercury comes from, how it bioaccumulates through aquatic food webs, and which groups may be more vulnerable. The resource also shares guidance on enjoying seafood safely while managing potential health risks.
Aquaculture Table & Flowchart
The Aquaculture Flowchart is a three‑page educational infographic from National Agriculture in the Classroom that illustrates how farm‑raised seafood is produced, harvested, and reaches consumers. Using visuals and clear language, it highlights aquaculture methods and nutrition facts for species such as catfish, clams, crawfish, oysters, shrimp, and trout, supporting agricultural and food systems education.
Environmental Science: Oyster Units
This project‑based environmental science unit uses oysters as a focal species to explore nature‑based solutions along the Georgia coast. Students investigate oyster biology, ecosystem services, shoreline protection, and oysters as a keystone species through a series of four lesson plans. The unit culminates in a team project where students design a community‑based solution using oyster‑related ecosystem concepts.
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