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Several suitable locations for offshore mussel aquaculture exist off the Northeastern United States, according to a study by researchers at NOAA’s Northeast Fisheries Science Center. Their findings were published in the Journal of Marine Science and Engineering. They suggest that … Continued
Estimated U.S. per capita consumption of fish and shellfish was 16.0 pounds (edible meat) in 2017, according to Fisheries of the United States, 2017, from NOAA Fisheries. This total was an increase of 1.1 pounds from the 14.9 pounds consumed … Continued
3rd Annual Rhode Island Quahog Week March 26 to April 1, 2018 Rhode Island Rhode Island’s Quahog Week will be held March 26 to April 1, 2018. The annual event highlights the importance of Rhode Island’s wild shellfish harvest to … Continued
In January, unusually cold weather gripped the southeast region of the USA, with water temperatures plummeting along the coasts of South Carolina and Georgia. During the period, sustained water temperatures affect a variety of marine life, including white shrimp, a … Continued
After a six-week delay, Washington State’s commercial Dungeness crab fishery will open in coastal waters on January 15, 2018, according to state shellfish managers. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) crab fishery managers approved the opening in coordination … Continued
In October, U.S. National champion oyster cooks and shuckers were selected at the 51st Annual U.S. Oyster Festival held in St. Mary’s County, Maryland. Chefs from across the country participated in a timed competition. As part of the festival, this … Continued