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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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North Carolina Oyster Month
NC Oyster Month is an annual October celebration organized through the NC Oyster Trail to highlight the history, culture, economy, and ecology of oysters in North Carolina. The initiative shares educational resources, events, and outreach that emphasize oysters’ roles in water quality improvement, habitat creation, and support of coastal communities and seafood livelihoods.
What is the Path to the Plate for Crab?
This video explains the “Path to the Plate” for crab, tracing how crabs move from harvest to consumers. It introduces key steps in handling, processing, safety, and distribution, helping audiences understand where their seafood comes from and how science‑based practices support quality, transparency, and consumer confidence in the seafood supply chain.
Third Party Certifications in Aquaculture
This UF/IFAS Extension fact sheet explains third‑party certification programs used in aquaculture. It helps readers understand what common certification labels mean, who sets the standards, and how certifications relate to food safety, quality, and sustainability. The resource is useful for producers, consumers, and others interested in seafood labeling and transparency.
Harmful Algal Bloom Impacts on Aquaculture
This NOAA fact sheet explains what harmful algal blooms (HABs) are, why they occur, and how they can impact aquaculture. It outlines risks to farmed fish and shellfish, including health effects, harvest closures, and economic losses, while also describing environmental drivers and management considerations important for growers and coastal communities.
Aquaculture Education Slides
This is a collection of free, classroom‑ready PowerPoint presentations focused on aquaculture, aquaponics, and aquatic systems. The materials are designed to simplify complex concepts for students and educators and may be used as full lessons, supplements, or discussion guides to support aquaculture and STEM education.
Oysters: A Vital Component of Coastal Ecosystems Viewing Guide
This grades 3–8 viewing guide supports a Chasing the Tide video that examines the ecological importance of oysters along the Texas Gulf Coast. Students learn how oyster reefs support water quality, coastal protection, biodiversity, and carbon storage, while exploring human impacts and restoration efforts. The guide includes discussion questions, background reading, and hands‑on poster or writing activities focused on conservation and sustainable resource use.
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.
SafeOysters.com
SafeOysters.org is an educational website providing information about Vibrio vulnificus and the risks associated with consuming raw shellfish or exposing open wounds to marine environments. The site offers tailored guidance for health care providers, food and health educators, consumers, fishermen, and industry, focusing on prevention, risk awareness, and safe seafood handling practices.
The Presence of PCBs in Certain Species of Cultivated Fish
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.
Mariner’s Menu
Mariner’s Menu is a seafood education and recipe resource from North Carolina Sea Grant that features kitchen‑tested recipes using local North Carolina fish and shellfish. The site also provides guidance on selecting, handling, storing, and preparing seafood, helping consumers build confidence in cooking fresh seafood while supporting regional fisheries and coastal food traditions.
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