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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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VR Tour of the UF/IFAS Nature Coast Biological Station
this is a virtual field trip framework developed by Streaming Science that outlines the structure for an immersive, place‑based learning experience. The tour guides participants through a scientific site using 360‑degree visuals, narration, and embedded prompts, supporting experiential learning, science communication, and audience engagement in environmental and agricultural topics.
Red Tide Toolkit
The Red Tide Tool Kit from Florida Sea Grant is a communication and education resource focused on harmful algal blooms in Florida. It provides ready‑to‑use outreach materials, including social media content, fact sheets, presentations, and videos, to help organizations communicate red tide science, health impacts, and response information to diverse public audiences.
Raw Oysters and Clams: The Ins and Outs of Their Consumption
This fact sheet describes how oysters and clams live, how they feed by filtering water, and why water conditions matter when they are eaten raw. It outlines common handling practices, explains cooking methods, and shares general guidance for consumers to make informed choices based on sourcing, handling, and preparation.
So You Want to Be A Marine Biologist Podcast
So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist is a podcast that explores marine science careers and research through conversations with professionals working across ocean‑related fields. The podcast relates directly to aquaculture through episodes that focus on queen conch aquaculture, coral restoration, and seaweed farming, highlighting applied marine science approaches to food production, habitat restoration, and coastal sustainability.
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.
Farming Clams, Oysters & Sponges – S11 E5
In this episode of Voice of the Sea, viewers travel along Florida’s Gulf Coast with Florida Sea Grant researchers to explore clam, oyster, and sponge aquaculture. The video highlights how these filter feeders improve water quality, support fisheries, and protect shorelines, featuring working farms, living shoreline projects, and offshore sponge research sites across Cedar Key, Tampa Bay, and Hernando Beach.
Oyster South Story Collection
This collection of stories from Oyster South highlights people, farms, and ideas shaping oyster aquaculture in the southern United States. Written for a general audience, the stories share grower experiences, industry milestones, and regional perspectives on farmed oysters. The resource helps readers better understand how aquaculture supports coastal communities, working waterfronts, and local food systems.
To Culture or Not to Culture Lesson Plan
This PBS educational activity introduces students to aquaculture by examining its benefits, challenges, and community impacts. Designed for middle and high school classrooms, the lesson uses case studies and a structured debate format to help students explore different perspectives on aquaculture development and sustainability.
Party for the Planet: Oysters
This video introduces viewers to salt marsh ecosystems and explains how oysters help maintain water quality by filtering pollutants. It also connects coastal environmental health to everyday human activities, such as urban runoff and landscaping choices. The resource shows how native plants and simple actions at home can help protect these ecosystems.
ECO Georgia
ECO Georgia is a nonprofit that empowers students and communities through place-based education rooted in programming about oysters. By connecting learners with oyster farmers, scientists, and maritime professionals and engaging the community and partner organizations we foster environmental stewardship, workforce pathways, and long-term investment in Georgia’s coastal ecosystems.
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