Shellfish Aquaculture Production and Management Projects

Research efforts are placed on technology and management in support of the rapidly growing shellfish aquaculture industry. Emphasis on product quality, health, and species diversification are integrated into a total management plan to allow for advancement of farming practices and sustainable production. Project summaries are provided as well as project results and final reports. Some project reports are being updated and will be posted soon.

• Factors Influencing Florida Hard Clam Seed Production
• Applying Remote Setting Techniques to Florida Hard Clam Nurseries
• Investigation of Blood Ark and Ponderous Ark Culture and Marketability
• Larval Settlement and Hatchery Culture of the Ponderous Ark
• Preliminary Health Assessment of Cultured Clams in Florida
• Impact of Temperature Acclimation on Vibrio vulnificus in Florida Clams during Summer Harvest
• Monitoring Clam Health during Problematic Summer Months
• Performance of Two Net Coatings in Reducing Biofouling for Florida Clam Culture
• Evaluating the Efficacy of Several Net Coatings in Reducing Biofouling on Culture Gear
• Sensory Characterization Program for Cultured Hard Clams
• Enhancing Oyster Reef Habitat with By-products of the Clam Aquaculture Industry
• Preliminary Assessment of Harvesting Bottom-planted Hard Clams on Shellfish Aquaculture Leases
• Advancement of Sunray Venus Clam Culture through Evaluation of Alternative Growout and Harvest Methods
• Aquaculture Potential of the Angelwing Clam: The Gulf Geoduck?