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March 11, 2026 The Honorable Ted CruzChairCommittee on Commerce, Science, and TransportationUnited States SenateWashington, DC 20510 The Honorable Maria CantwellRanking MemberCommittee on Commerce, Science, and TransportationUnited States SenateWashington, DC 20510
The article provides a proof of concept regarding open ocean aquaculture of these surfclams. Climate change is affecting the viability of marine aquaculture in nearshore environments, so moving some marine aquaculture offshore helps mitigate the impact of temperature swings that are detrimental to certain species.
The research presented here compared diets using menhaden (traditional) with diets containing invasive carp as the source of fish oil and fish meal. The results were very promising, great potential for a fisheries win!
February 4, 2025 President Donald TrumpThe White House1600 Pennsylvania AvenueWashington, DC Dear President Trump: The American Fisheries Society (AFS), the world’s oldest and largest fisheries science society in the world,
November 7, 2024 Ms. Noel SharpAquatic Resources DivisionDepartment of Natural ResourcesState of Washington1111 Washington St SE; MS: 47027Olympia, WA 98504 Re: Department of Natural Resources, Modification of WAC 332-30 Dear
July 13, 2022 – Online webinar Around the globe, advances in science and technology have enabled a thriving, environmentally sound, and sustainable marine aquaculture industry. Join us to learn how
(Letter sent to all U.S. Senators) February 14, 2022 United States Senate Constitution Ave., NW Washington, D.C. 20510 Dear Senator, We write to request your support for increasing U.S. production
June 28, 2021 President Joseph R. Biden The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, DC 20500 Dear President Biden, As your Administration seeks to reach net zero greenhouse gas
Congressional Briefing presented by the American Fisheries Society and NOAA Fisheries, June 29th, 2021 Offshore aquaculture in the U.S. presents a rare opportunity to reduce our carbon footprint from imported
Establishing Aquaculture Opportunity Areas and How to Get Involved December 7, 2020 3:00 pm EST Register Now! Presented by: Danielle Blacklock Director of NOAA Fisheries Office of Aquaculture Aquaculture Opportunity
