The new off-bottom oyster aquaculture industry in Florida faces many challenges, such as limited seed availability and year-round need for biofouling control. Risks, such as
The 5th Annual Oyster South Symposium is being held on April 5-7, 2022 in Biloxi, North Mississippi. Sponsored by Oyster South, Inc. (a non-profit dedicated to advancing oyster
The Aquaculture Phytoplankton Monitoring Network (AQPMN) is currently recruiting shellfish aquaculture farms and organizations along the Gulf Coast to participate in their volunteer-based network. Participating hatcheries and growers
Shellfish like clams and oysters can help restore ocean health and support economic development and food production in coastal communities worldwide. A scientist at UF/IFAS
The fourth session Harvesting a Crop of Oysters of this Online Course is now available. The session starts off with an overview of harvest regulations
Resources are available to help the shellfish aquaculture industry and others develop preparedness plans and strengthen response to different scenarios. Information is current on the
A webinar on Oct. 6 will outline the process to apply for and potentially obtain crop insurance coverage for farmed clams in Florida.
This FREE course is designed for beginning oyster growers and those interested in the prospects of oyster culture in the Gulf of Mexico.
Join AgriLogic Consulting to discuss the potential development of a pilot crop insurance program for shellfish growers.
The Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) can provide shellfish growers with catastrophic coverage for losses due to natural disasters. NAP is sold and serviced by your local USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) office.
