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PUBLICATIONS See NRAC publications below or browse publications by topics listed below. Many publications are available through NRAC's fellow regional aquaculture center partners. Visit their websites to learn more. Southern Regional Aquaculture Center https://srac.msstate.edu/ Western Regional Aquaculture Center https://wracuw.org/ North Central Regional Aquaculture Center https://www.ncrac.org/ Center for Tropical and Subtropical Aquaculture https://www.ctsa.org/ Filter by Type of Publication Annual Reports Fact Sheets Situation & Outlook Reports Manuals & Other Publications Best Practices for the East Coast Shellfish Aquaculture Industry 2023 East Coast Shellfish Growers Association, UDSA/NIFA, NOAA, NRAC, The Nature Conservancy East Coast Shellfish Growers Association READ MORE Biodiversity on the Farm: Guidelines & Resources for Developing a Biodiversity Plan READ MORE Lumpfish Hatchery Handbook 2021 University of New Hampshire Elizabeth A. Fairchild Michael R. Pietrak Gary S. Burr READ MORE 2020 Annual Report 2020 University of Maryland READ MORE Environmental Effects of Shellfish Aquaculture in the Northeast Shellfish 2008 University of Rhode Island Michael A. Rice READ MORE An Overview of Baitfish Aquaculture in the Northeast Finfish 2010 Delaware State University Dennis Mcintosh READ MORE Dead and Dying Shellfish: What to Do? Shellfish 2013 Rutgers University Gef Flimlin Dale F. Leavitt Roxanna Smolowitz READ MORE Cross-Breeding for Improved Growth and Disease Resistance in the Eastern Oyster Shellfish 2010 University of Maine Paul D. Rawson Scott Lindell Ximing Guo Inke Sunila READ MORE Grow-out Culture of the Bay Scallop Shellfish 2010 Roger Williams University Dale Leavitt Amandine Karney and Rick Karney READ MORE Small Scale Marketing Opportunities for Aquaculture Products in the Northeast 2010 University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science Andrew M. Lazur Gef Flimlin Dana Morse READ MORE Fish Diseases: Spring Viremia of Carp (SVC) Finfish 2009 Cornell University Paul R. Bowser READ MORE Cooperatives in Aquaculture 2010 Univeristy of Connecticut Robert S. Pomeroy READ MORE Mussel Aquaculture in the Northeast Shellfish 2010 University of Maine Dana Morse Michael A. Rice READ MORE Best Management Practices for the East Coast Shellfish Aquaculture Industry 2010 NRAC Gef Flimlin Sandy Macfarlance Edwin and Kathleen Rhodes READ MORE Fish Diseases: Viral Hemorrhagic Septicemia (VHS) 2009 Cornell University Paul R. Bowser READ MORE Fish Counting & Measurement in Situ: A Technology Assessment 1993 Massachusetts Maritime Academy John E. Huguenin READ MORE Initial Questions the County Agent Can Ask the Prospective Fish Culturist 1992 New Jersey Sea Grant Marine Advisory Service Gef Flimlin READ MORE Aquaculture Risk Management 2008 Delaware State University Dennis Mcintosh READ MORE Fish Health Inspections: What They Are 2008 Cornell University Paul R. Bowser READ MORE Aquaculture Systems for the Northeast 2008 Rutgers Cooperative Extension Gef Flimlin Joe Buttner Don Webster READ MORE Marine Aquaculture Species for the Northeast 2008 Salem State University Joe Buttner Gef Flimlin Don Webster READ MORE Freshwater Aquaculture Species for the Northeast 2008 Salem State University Joe Buttner Gef Flimlin Don Webster READ MORE Planning for Success in Your Aquaculture Business 2008 University of Maryland Cooperative Extension Don Webster Joe Buttner Gef Flimlin READ MORE Growing Ornamental Aquatic Plants as a Business in the Northeastern United States 2008 Rutgers University Cooperative Extension Gef Flimlin Robert Pomeroy READ MORE Growing Microalgae to Feed Bivalve Larvae Shellfish 1993 Horn Point Environmental Laboratory Garry Baptist Donald Meritt Donald Webster READ MORE Evaluation of Artificial Diets for Cultured Fish Nutrition 1994 University of Rhode Island Michael A. Rice David A. Bengtson Carole Jaworski READ MORE How to Grow White Worms Nutrition 2017 University of New Hampshire Elizabeth A. Fairchild Michelle L. Walsh READ MORE White Worms - A Low Cost Live Feed for the Ornamental Industry Nutrition 2017 Elizabeth A. Fairchild Michelle L. Walsh Jesse T. Trushenski Kelly L. Cullen READ MORE General Fish Health Management Finfish 2012 Cornell University Paul R. Bowser READ MORE An Introduction to Water Chemistry in Freshwater Aquaculture Finfish 1993 University of Massachusetts Joseph K. Buttner Richard W. Soderberg Daniel E. Terlizzi READ MORE Fish Diseases: Mycobacteriosis of Fish Finfish 2009 Cornell University Paul R. Bowser READ MORE The Effect of UV Irradiation of Perkinsus marinus and its Potential Use to Reduce Transmission Via Shellfish Effluents Shellfish N/A University of South Carolina David Bushek Thomas L. Howell READ MORE Major Predators of Cultured Shellfish Shellfish 1993 University of Massachusetts Gef Flimin Brian F. Beal READ MORE History and Impact of MSX and Dermo Diseases on Oyster Stocks In the Northeast Region Shellfish 1993 University of Delaware Sea Grant Marine Advisory Service John W. Ewart Susan E. Ford READ MORE Softshell Clam Culture: Basic Biology and General Culture Considerations Shellfish 2010 Salem State University Scott Weston Joseph K. Buttner Brian F. Beal READ MORE Softshell Clam Culture: Hatchery Phase, Broodstock Care through Seed Production Shellfish 2010 Salem State University Joseph K. Buttner Brian F. Beal READ MORE Softshell Clam Culture: Nursery and Growout Phases through Harvest Shellfish 2010 Salem State University Scott Weston Joseph K. Buttner READ MORE Genetic Improvement of the Eastern Oyster for Growth and Disease Resistance in the Northeast Shellfish 1993 University of Massachusetts Standish K. Allen Patrick M. Gaffney John W. Ewart READ MORE Shellfish Upweller Silo Construction: 101 Shellfish 2010 Rutgers University Gef Flimin READ MORE Lipid Enrichment of Eastern Oyster Broodstock Using Commercially Available Emulsions Shellfish 2010 Cornell University Gregg Rivara R. Michael Patricio READ MORE Cultured Mussels of the Northeast Shellfish 2010 University of Rhode Island Michael A. Rice READ MORE Biology of the Bay Scallop Shellfish 2010 Roger Williams University Dale Leavitt Rick Karney Amandine Surier READ MORE Hatchery Culture of the Bay Scallop Shellfish 2010 Martha's Vineyard Shellfish Group, Inc. Amandine Surier Rick Karney Dale Leavitt READ MORE Nursery Culture of the Bay Scallop Shellfish 2010 Martha's Vineyard Shellfish Group, Inc. Rick Karney Amandine Surier Dale Leavitt READ MORE Biology of the Atlantic Jacknife (Razor) Clam Shellfish 2010 Roger Williams University Dale F. Leavitt READ MORE 1987 NRAC Annual Report 1987-1989 Southeastern Massachusetts University Gerald A. Donovan READ MORE 1989 Annual Report 1989-1990 Southeastern Massachusetts University Dr. Henry S. Parker READ MORE 1992 NRAC Annual Report 1992 University of Massachusetts READ MORE 1993 NRAC Annual Report 1993-1994 University of Massachusetts Darmouth READ MORE 1996 NRAC Annual Report 1996 University of Massachusetts READ MORE 1998 NRAC Annual Report 1998 University of Massachusetts READ MORE 1999 NRAC Annual Report 1999 University of Massachusetts READ MORE 2000 NRAC Annual Report 2000 University of Massachusetts Julie Smith Karen Tavares Andrew Kant READ MORE 2001 NRAC Annual Report 2001 University of Massachusetts Julie Smith Karen E. Tavares Andrew Kant READ MORE 2002 NRAC Annual Report 2002-2003 University of Maryland READ MORE 2004 Annual Report 2004-2006 University of Maryland READ MORE 2006 Annual Report 2006-2008 University of Maryland READ MORE 2009 NRAC Annual Report 2009 University of Maryland READ MORE 2010 NRAC Annual Report 2010 University of Maryland READ MORE 2011 NRAC Annual Report 2011 University of Maryland READ MORE 2012 NRAC Annual Report 2012 University of Maryland READ MORE 2013 NRAC Annual Report 2013 University of Maryland READ MORE 2014 Annual Report 2014 University of Maryland READ MORE 2015 Annual Report 2015 University of Maryland READ MORE 2016 NRAC Annual Report 2016 University of Maryland READ MORE 2017 NRAC Annual Report 2017 University of Maryland READ MORE Northeastern U.S. Aquaculture Management Guide 2014 University of Connecticut Tessa L. Getchis READ MORE Aquaculture Situation and Outlook Report 2009: Connecticut 2009 University of Connecticut Tessa L. Getchis Robert Pomeroy READ MORE Aquaculture Situation and Outlook Report 2009: Delaware 2009 Delaware State University Dennis McIntosh John Ewart READ MORE Aquaculture Situation and Outlook Report 2009: Massachusetts 2009 Diane C. Murphy William Burt Joseph K. Buttner Cliff Goudey READ MORE Aquaculture Situation and Outlook Report 2009: Maryland 2009 University of Maryland Don Webster Don Merrit Jackie Takacs Thomas E. Rippen READ MORE Aquaculture Situation and Outlook Report 2009: Maine 2009 University of Maine Dana Morse Mike Pietrak READ MORE Aquaculture Situation and Outlook Report 2009: New Hampshire 2009 University of New Hampshire Kenneth La Valley READ MORE Aquaculture Situation and Outlook Report 2009: New Jersey 2009 Rutgers University Gef Flimin Joseph J. Myers READ MORE Aquaculture Situation and Outlook Report 2009: New York 2009 Cornell University Gregg Rivara Michael Timmons READ MORE Aquaculture Situation and Outlook Report 2009: Pennsylvania 2009 Pennsylvania Sea Grant Ann Faulds Charles Conklin READ MORE Aquaculture Situation and Outlook Report 2009: Rhode Island 2009 Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Sea Grant & Cape Cod Cooperative Extension Michael A. Rice Dale Leavitt READ MORE Aquaculture Situation and Outlook Report 2009: Vermont 2009 University of Vermont Jurij Homziak READ MORE Aquaculture Situation and Outlook Report 2009: West Virginia 2009 West Virginia University Ken Semmens READ MORE A Review of Legal and Policy Constraints to Aquaculture in the US Northeast 2003 University of Maine John A. Duff Tessa S. Getchis Porter Hoagland READ MORE Initial Questions the County Agent can Ask the Prospective Fish Culturist 1992 New Jersey Sea Grant Marine Advisory Service Gef Flimin READ MORE A Manual for Nonlethal Surgical Procedures to Obtain Tissue Samples for Use in Fish Health Inspections 1993 Cornell University G. A. Wooster H.-M. Hsu Paul R. Bowser READ MORE Initial Questions the County Agent can Ask the Prospective Fish Culturist 1992 University of Massachusetts Gef Flimin READ MORE Processing and Marketing Aquacultured Fish 1992 Cornell University Joe M. Regenstein READ MORE Biosecurity on the Farm - Guidelines & Resources for Developing a Biosecurity Plan 2010 Roger Williams University Michael Pietrak Michele Walsh READ MORE Harmful Algae and Marine Aquaculture in the Northeastern United States 2010 University of Maryland Daniel E. Terlizzi Anthony P. Mazzacaro READ MORE NRAC Funding Grows in the Northeast Aquaculture Industry 2017 University of New Hampshire Elizabeth A. Fairchild Kelly Cullen Curt Grimm Tracy Kierns READ MORE State Policies for Aquaculture Effluents and Solid Wastes in the Northeast Region Waste Management 1995 University of Massachusetts John W. Ewart Joe Hankins Dan Bullock READ MORE

​NRAC has approximately $700,000 for project funding available in the fall of 2025. Each project can be funded up to $300,000. ​ NRAC supports projects that occur in either marine or freshwater environments, at sea or on land, and in urban centers or rural settings. Aquaculture organisms are always primarily aquatic and include finfish, shellfish, or invertebrates, seaweed, other aquatic plants, and microalgae. NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA CURRENT FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES Heading 5 NRAC REQUEST FOR PRE-PROPOSALS Pre-Proposals are due by 4:00 pm EST, May 29, 2026 Based on extensive input from aquaculture industry, Extension, and research representatives throughout the region, NRAC is seeking research areas listed below and in the RFP. Funding for approved projects may begin September 2027 NRAC possibly has approximately $700,000 for project funding available in the Fall of 2027. Each project can be funded up to $300,000. Your proposal must have a Logic Model. View Logic Model View Logic Model Instructions Please make sure you follow font size and page limit requirements. See all requirements in the RFA. NRAC TARGETED RESEARCH AREAS 2027 2026-2027 Priority Statement Targeted Project Area (TPA) The following statement, as prepared by the NRAC Technical and Industry Advisory Council and approved by the Board of Directors, is intended to address challenges and opportunities identified by industry members for research, demonstration, outreach, and/or education. Pre-proposals that address these areas will receive equal consideration. Areas described below are in no particular order. Aquaculture commodities chosen for study should have proven or have viable economic potential for commercial development in the Northeast region. Collaborative partnership(s) with appropriate industry sector(s), firm(s), fishing groups, or tribal groups is highly encouraged. We are specifically interested in projects that promise to produce tangible end-products that are of direct use or value to American aquaculture farms by increasing profitability, expanding markets and creating new uses, and improving human health. NRAC encourages a diversity of projects and multi-disciplined investigators to advance aquaculture (including aquaponics) in the Northeast as it relates to species, production systems, applications, and markets. NRAC supports projects that demonstrate measurable impacts in either marine or freshwater environments, at sea or on land and in urban centers or rural settings. Aquaculture organisms are always aquatic and include finfish, shellfish, invertebrates, seaweed, other aquatic plants, and microalgae. Goal: To improve the opportunities for growth and sustainability of the aquaculture industry by focusing on areas of economic, environmental, technical, and social impacts at all industry stages. Statement of Opportunity: Aquaculture in the Northeast region includes a diversity of species, systems, and industries. NRAC funds projects that focus on all aspects of aquaculture and emphasize outcomes leading to development and sustainable growth of the industry. Members of the Industry Advisory Committee have identified the following areas of consideration: Access to capital and/or increasing financial literacy Improving product traceability Operation siting Navigating the regulatory environment and identifying policy solutions Education-to-workforce pipeline Infrastructure needs and/or shortfalls Commercial water access and water rights Improving efficiency and optimizing production Disease, biosecurity, animal welfare, and/or product safety Practical biological, market, and policy solutions to environmental variability Assessment of industry-wide economic impact or needs for the Northeast region Public acceptance, consumer confidence, and marketing of aquaculture Market development, expansion, and diversification Sustainable waste management and environmental stewardship Identifying, understanding, and promoting the health benefits of aquaculture products including food safety NRAC welcomes proposals that address these identified issues, as well as other issues that advance aquaculture in the Northeast. NRAC will fund projects for up to three years with total funding up to $300 K. Proposals for periods longer than three years or exceeding $300K will be considered with sufficient justification. The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE

NRAC is one of five Regional Aquaculture Centers established by the U. S. Congress for the United States. Funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and representing 12 states and the District of Columbia, headquartered at University of Maryland, College Park. We develop and sponsor cooperative NRACregional research and extension projects in support of the aquaculture industry in the northeastern United States.  NRAC empowers Northeastern aquaculture From groundbreaking research to real-world solutions, NRAC empowers the aquaculture community with the science, partnerships, and expertise needed to build a more productive, sustainable, and environmentally responsible future. NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA We take pride in the NRAC program's remarkable ability to maximize the impact of federal funds. With our industry-driven research approach, we directly address issues identified at the grassroots level, benefiting both local communities and industries across the nation. Through our coordinated regional teams, we engage in vigorous collaboration to uncover innovative solutions, leveraging the exceptional scientific and outreach talent within the Northeastern Region. RFPs CURRENT FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES NRAC FUNDED PROJECTS LEARN ABOUT NRAC ABOUT NRAC The Northeastern Regional Aquaculture Center (NRAC), headquartered at University of Maryland, College Park, is one of five Regional Aquaculture Centers established by the U. S. Congress for the United States. Funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and representing 12 states and the District of Columbia, NRAC develops and sponsors cooperative regional research and Extension projects in support of the aquaculture industry in the northeastern United States. LEARN MORE ABOUT NRAC RECENT FUNDED PROJECTS The New Jersey Shellfish Water Quality Email Alert System Rutgers University READ MORE Cool Surfclam Fall: A Pilot Marketing Study of Urban Consumer Preferences for Farmed Surfclams (Spisula solidissima) Fishadelphia READ MORE Evaluation of Bacteria of Concern to the Salmonid Aquaculture Industry and a Potential Alternative Antimicrobial for Mitigation. University of Maine READ MORE Pump Energy Risk Monitoring for RAS Operations: A Data-Driven Foundation Cornell University READ MORE NRAC leads Northeastern aquaculture to global prominence. We champion economic sustainability and environmental stewardship through cutting-edge technology and collaborative research. We empower aquaculture and wild fisheries, driving economic expansion and environmental balance. VIEW ALL PROJECTS What is Aquaculture? Aquaculture encompasses the design of facilities, breeding, husbandry, nurturing, and harvesting of fish, shellfish, algae, aquatic plants, and various other organisms across diverse water environments. In the northeastern region of the United States, aquaculture involves deliberate cultivation of aquatic animals and algae in various water bodies, including freshwater, brackish water, and seawater. Beyond large-scale commercial ventures, it plays a crucial role in enhancing wild stocks, conserving endangered species, and supporting subsistence needs. The management and control of growth environments in this region are tailored to meet the specific requirements of different species, showcasing a remarkable diversity compared to traditional terrestrial farming. LEARN ABOUT AQUACULTURE The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. WHO WE ARE

Rutgers University1996Current and Potential Effects of Dermo and Other Diseases on Cultured Oysters in the Northeast: Information for Animal Health ManagementSusan Ford APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Current and Potential Effects of Dermo and Other Diseases on Cultured Oysters in the Northeast: Information for Animal Health Management READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 1996 Total Funding Amount: $ 266,980.00 Proposal Code: 96-04 Institution: Rutgers University PI: Susan Ford READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

Roger Williams University2004Nutrition Studies in Hatchery Technology of Clownfish and Pygmy Angelfish Culture in Closed Marine SystemsHarold Pomeroy APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Nutrition Studies in Hatchery Technology of Clownfish and Pygmy Angelfish Culture in Closed Marine Systems READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2004 Total Funding Amount: $ 167,381.00 Proposal Code: 04-04 Institution: Roger Williams University PI: Harold Pomeroy READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

In collaboration with the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), the Cooperative Extension System acts as a vital link between a state's Land Grant University and its populace, transforming research into practical education and action. Cooperative Extension empowers both rural and urban communities, regardless of size, to confront challenges, embrace evolving technology, enhance nutrition and food safety, prepare for emergencies, and safeguard the environment. NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA EXTENSION & EDUCATION WHAT IS EXTENSION? OUR IMPACT NORTHEAST AQUACULTURE EXTENSION NETWORK EXTENSION COLLABORATIONS & RESOURCES FARMER & PUBLIC OUTREACH WHAT IS EXTENSION? “All universities engage in research and teaching, but the nation’s more than 100 land-grant colleges and universities have a third, critical mission — Extension. Through extension, land-grant colleges and universities bring vital, practical information to agricultural producers, small business owners, consumers, families, and young people.” – USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture Photo courtesy of UMaine Extension: Joey Conroy In collaboration with the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), the Cooperative Extension System acts as a vital link between a state's Land Grant University and its populace, transforming research into practical education and action. With its extensive reach spanning every county nationwide, Extension channels groundbreaking discoveries from research labs to individuals, communities, and businesses, empowering them to enhance their livelihoods. Cooperative Extension empowers both rural and urban communities, regardless of size, to confront challenges, embrace evolving technology, enhance nutrition and food safety, prepare for emergencies, and safeguard the environment. Specifically, as it relates to aquaculture, Extension agents serve as the vital link between university resources and expertise with industry professionals and local communities. Collaborating closely with industry specialists, community leaders, and research scientists, they facilitate the exchange of knowledge and resources to meet the needs of communities and user groups. Their roles encompass various tasks, including conducting applied research, gathering and disseminating information through various channels such as pamphlets, courses, workshops, and meetings, providing technical reviews, and advocating for new research to address identified needs. In essence, these specialists simplify complex information and demonstrate its practical application in problem-solving. Extension agents specialize in specific areas such as fisheries management improvement, seafood safety enhancement, fishing gear innovation, sustainable aquaculture development, pollution reduction, habitat restoration, and other topics crucial for advancing the safety and productivity of coastal-related industries. LEARN MORE ABOUT EXTENSION NORTHEAST AQUACULTURE EXTENSION NETWORK The Northeast Aquaculture Extension Network (NAEN) is a group of extension professionals (land grant, sea grant, and other) in the region that connect through networking events, an email listserv, professional development trainings, and mentoring. The goal is to create a broad network of professional extension agents to tackle issues of regional importance and broaden the impact of their work. If you would like to join the network or participate in the professional development programming, please reach out to Zachary Gordon at zachary.gordon@uconn.edu . This video is showcases our most recent professional development program: OUR IMPACT Since its inception in 1986, the Northeastern Regional Aquaculture Center has significantly impacted the advancement of U.S. aquaculture technology, education and outreach. Some of the Extension's recent research, education and outreach accomplishments are highlighted below. At UMD’s Aquaponics Lab, the Farmers Have Fins New Greenhouse Will Triple Research, Education of Sustainable Farming Read More Larger Fish Fillets Connected to Gut Microbiome Grad Student Transplants Gut Bacteria to Increase Aquaculture Yields Read More NOAA Sea Grant Develops 5-Year Aquaculture Investment Plan This five-year investment plan was developed to allow for consistent, reliable and recurring aquaculture funding opportunities. Read More Bolstering Fish and Dairy Consumption in the Granite State UNH research studies tailored nutritional education that also benefits regional food industries Read More Bringing Oysters Back to NH’s Great Bay COLSA research team leads the charge on regional efforts to restore native oyster reefs in New Hampshire Read More Extension's impact resonates across every corner of the Northeast, aiding fisherpeople, producers, and families in maximizing profits and securing their future. With economic development at its core, Extension fosters direct links between university science and local communities, nurturing physical, emotional, and financial well-being.This influence manifests in myriad ways, benefiting hundreds of families and businesses, spanning from urban centers to farms and ranches scattered throughout the region. While some impact stems directly from Extension's programming expenditures, the most significant effects emerge indirectly through extensive research, collaborations, and educational initiatives led by faculty members and staff across all counties and tribal nations. Every dollar invested in Extension sets off a ripple effect, leading to increased yields, enhanced wages, improved health outcomes, and numerous other economic advantages. For over a century, Cooperative Extension agents across all of our northeaster Land-grant universities have equipped farmers, fisherpeople, and producers with the knowledge vital for success and survival. As we progress further into the 21st century, Extension continues to lay the groundwork for sustaining this economic impact for generations to come. COLLABORATIONS & RESOURCES COLLABORATIONS & RESOURCES Encountering challenges on your farm that require expert resolution? Contemplating the integration of new technologies but need support? We recommend reaching out to your nearby extension agent or specialist. They possess the expertise and resources to assist you in addressing farm-related issues and navigating the adoption of innovative solutions. EXTENSION AQUACULTURE RESOURCES: University of Maryland Aquaculture https://extension.umd.edu/programs/agriculture-food-systems/program-areas/animal-science/aquaculture/ Penn State Introduction to Aquaculture https://extension.psu.edu/introduction-to-aquaculture UConn SeaGrant Aquaculture Resources https://seagrant.uconn.edu/publications/aquaculture/ UNH Sea Grant https://seagrant.unh.edu/our-work/aquaculture URI Aquaculture Extension https://web.uri.edu/coopext/programs/food-systems/aquaculture/ EXTENSION AQUACULTURE EXPERTS: REGIONAL EXPERTS: Kevin Madley - NOAA Fisheries, GARFO - Regional Aquaculture Coordinator - Aquaculture permitting CONNECTICUT: Zachary Gordon - Assistant Extension Educator - Seaweed Aquaculture Tessa Getchis - Senior Extension Educator - Aquaculture Michael Gilman - Assistant Extension Educator - Aquaculture DELAWARE: Dennis McIntos h - Delaware State University - Professor and Extension Specialist - Aquaculture Edward Hale - Delaware Sea Grant - Fisheries and Aquaculture MAINE: Dana Morse - Senior Extension Program Manager, Aquaculture Lea Annie Fagan - Marine Extension Associate Jaclyn Robidoux - Marine Extension Associate, Seaweed MARYLAND: Allen Pattillo - University of Maryland Extension - Shellfish Aquaculture Technology Specialist Catherine Frederick - University of Maryland Extension - RAS-N Extension Specialist Annie Schatz - Maryland Sea Grant - Aquaculture Projects Coordinator Chengchu (Cathy) Liu - University of Maryland Extension - Seafood Technology Specialist Matt Parker - University of Maryland Extension - Aquaculture Business Specialist Donald Webster - University of Maryland Extension - Regional Specialist MASSACHUSETTS: Joshua Reitsma - Fisheries and Aquaculture Specialist Abigail Archer - Fisheries and Aquaculture Specialist Rachel Hutchinson - Marine Resource Specialist Danny Badger - Marine Extension Specialist - Aquaculture NEW HAMPSHIRE: Micheal Chambers - Research Associate Professor, Aquaculture Extension Specialist Gabriela Bradt - Aquaculture and Fisheries Extension Specialist Linas Kenter - Aquaculture and Fisheries Research Scientist NEW JERSEY: Michael Acquafredda - Aquaculture Specialist, Rutgers, Haskin Shellfish Research Laboratory Douglas Zemeckis - Marine Extension Specialist - Rutgers Dept. of Agriculture and Natural Resources NEW YORK: Barry Udelson - NY Sea Grant - Aquaculture Specialist Michael Ciarramella - NY Sea Grant - Seafood Specialist Antoinette Clemetson - NY Sea Grant - Marine Fisheries Specialist Gregg Rivara - Cornell Cooperative Extension - Aquaculture Specialist PENNSYLVANIA: Zach Nemec - Delaware River Coastal Outreach Specialist RHODE ISLAND: Azure Dee Cygler - University of Rhode Island, Fisheries and Aquaculture Specialist Robbie Hudson - University of Rhode Island, Fisheries and Aquaculture Specialist Hisham A. Abdelrahman - Roger Williams University, Assistant Professor of Marine Biology - Aquaculture Extension Specialist VERMONT: John Brawley - Aquaculture Outreach Specialist WEST VIRGINIA: Vacant STILL HAVE QUESTIONS? FARMER & PUBLIC OUTREACH NRAC is committed to supporting aquaculture farmers and recognizing their pivotal role in the food production chain. Our organization funds research and development initiatives to enhance the industry and streamline farmers' operations. Through collaborations with sponsored researchers and extension agents dedicated to farmer assistance, NRAC facilitates workshops and informational sessions across the northeastern United States. Moreover, our researchers actively engage with farmers, providing hands-on support in technology transfer, data collection, disease management, and various other aspects. Useful Resources for Aquaculture Farmers Find manuals, fact sheets, annual reports and articles in the PUBLICATIONS section. If you are looking for information on research topics or publications you cannot find on our website, contact Sharon Adams , Administrator for NRAC, for assistance with a literature search You may also be interested in learning more about current and past projects and reading their accompanying reports, which may contain information applicable to your business. View all PROJECTS . The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE

NRAC is one of five Regional Aquaculture Centers established by the U. S. Congress for the United States. Funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and representing 12 states and the District of Columbia, headquartered at University of Maryland, College Park. We develop and sponsor cooperative regional research and extension projects in support of the aquaculture industry in the northeastern United States.  NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA The Northeastern Regional Aquaculture Center (NRAC), headquartered at University of Maryland, College Park, is one of five Regional Aquaculture Centers established by the United States Congress. Funded by theU.S. Department of Agriculture at an annual level of approximately $900,000 annually with approximately $700,000 used for project development and education. NRAC represents 12 states and the District of Columbia and develops and sponsors cooperative regional research and Extension projects in support of the aquaculture industry in the northeastern United States. A Board of Directors representing the region's aquaculture industries, academic institutions and government agencies, provides overall direction and management of NRAC. Research and extension priorities are established by the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) and the Industry Advisory Committee (IAC) . The Technical Advisory Committee includes key aquaculture researchers and Extension agents in the region, while the Industry Advisory Committee represents principal commercial aquaculture interests in the Northeast. An administration team comprised of the NRAC Director and NRAC Coordinatoro ensure that the Northeastern Regional Aquaculture Center operates effectively and efficiently. OUR MISSION NRAC empowers Northeastern aquaculture through cutting-edge science and collaborative partnerships, driving sustainable growth and innovation for a thriving industry and healthier environment. NRAC is a principal public forum for discovering and disseminating science and technology needed by northeastern aquaculture producers and support industries. NRAC facilitates regional stakeholder communications by linking industry and government representatives to scientists and educators and by stimulating regional research and Extension, education, and outreach initiatives. NRAC focuses on science and education that will directly impact attaining long-term public benefits through enhanced aquaculture development in the region. NRAC-sponsored projects emphasize science and education to stimulate industry growth, as measured in size, numbers and economic vitality of aquaculture enterprises, through the development and dissemination of profitable and environmentally-responsible technologies. OUR VISION NRAC envisions a future where Northeastern aquaculture stands as a global beacon of innovation, sustainability, and economic vitality, fostering collaboration and advancing technologies to propel the industry's growth while preserving our precious aquatic ecosystems for generations to come. The generation and extension of new knowledge through NRAC research and Extension to industry, state agencies, and the public will play a significant role in expanding and diversifying a northeastern aquaculture industry, which will grow by using advanced production and processing technologies to compete in the global marketplace. NRAC will aid the industry in becoming economically viable and environmentally sustainable, helping aquaculture to become a significant component of Northeast agriculture and an essential complement to wild-capture fisheries. NRAC will catalyze the economic development of an industry that comprises open and closed, fresh and saltwater systems producing a wide array of fish, shellfish, and other aquatic organisms supported by progressive public and private research and development. PROCEDURE MANUALS Discover regional aquaculture manuals here. Learn about our programs, publications, and operations. You can also search for our annual reports, fact sheets, and situation and outlook reports! VIEW OUR MOST RECENT PROCEDURE MANUAL FACT SHEETS Discover NRAC's Fact Sheets. Learn about our programs, publications, and operations. You can also search for our manuals, fact sheets, and situation and outlook reports! VIEW OUR FACT SHEETS Photo Credit: NH Sea Grant FELLOW RACs Southern Regional Aquaculture Center https://srac.msstate.edu/ https://wracuw.org/ Western Regional Aquaculture Center North Central Regional Aquaculture Center https://www.ncrac.org/ Center for Tropical and Subtropical Aquaculture https://www.ctsa.org/ STRUCTURE & ORGANIZATION The Board of Directors of the Northeastern Regional Aquaculture Center holds the responsibility of shaping policy, overseeing management, determining funding priorities, and supporting both new and ongoing aquaculture research and Extension endeavors. This board, which includes fifteen voting members, includes representatives from the twelve participating universities across NRAC states as outlined in the Memorandum of Understanding, alongside members from the Industry Advisory Council (IAC) and Directors of Northeastern Cooperative Extension and Experiment Stations. In addition to its voting members, the Board receives guidance from the Industry Advisory Council (IC), Technical Committee (TC), industry/non-LGU representatives, and representatives from NIFA, ensuring a comprehensive and informed approach to decision-making. NRAC Board of Directors Administrative Office Industry Advisory Committee Technical Advisory Committee VIEW THE FULL LIST What is Aquaculture? Aquaculture encompasses the controlled cultivation of aquatic animals and algae across diverse environments such as fresh water, brackish water, and seawater. While commonly associated with large-scale commercial operations aimed at meeting consumption demands, its significance extends beyond mere production. Aquaculture is pivotal in bolstering wild populations, conserving endangered species, supporting subsistence livelihoods, and facilitating the cultivation of baitfish and ornamental varieties. A defining aspect of aquaculture lies in its meticulous management and regulation of growth environments, a practice tailored to the specific requirements of different species, life stages, and objectives. Unlike traditional terrestrial farming, aquaculture stands out for its remarkable diversity of species utilized. Globally, over 400 species are cultivated, reflecting the breadth and adaptability of this industry. What Are the Benefits of Aquaculture? Aquaculture supplies over half of the seafood consumed worldwide by humans. The growing appetite for seafood has spurred technological advancements, facilitating the cultivation of organisms in diverse water bodies, including ponds, rivers, estuaries, nearshore areas, and offshore environments. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN ABOUT NRAC'S EXTENSION PARTNERSHIPS

University of Connecticut2005The Control of Biofueling Pests in marine AquacultureRobert Whitlatch APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA The Control of Biofueling Pests in marine Aquaculture READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2005 Total Funding Amount: $ 178,799.00 Proposal Code: 05-5-9 Institution: University of Connecticut PI: Robert Whitlatch READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

How to Grow White Worms READ PUBLICATION Year: 2017 Type of Publication Fact Sheet Topic Tag Nutrition Institution: University of New Hampshire Author: Elizabeth A. Fairchild Michelle L. Walsh The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. WHO WE ARE

Roger Williams University2005Uptake, Accumulation and Elimination of Cadmium and Mercury in Cultured and Wild Oysters (Crassostrea sp.) from Throughout the NortheastDale Leavitt APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Uptake, Accumulation and Elimination of Cadmium and Mercury in Cultured and Wild Oysters (Crassostrea sp.) from Throughout the Northeast READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2005 Total Funding Amount: $ 150,000.00 Proposal Code: 05-5-5 Institution: Roger Williams University PI: Dale Leavitt READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

Center of Marine Biotechnology1995Dietary Modulation of Food Conversion Efficiency in Farmed Hybrid Striped BassAllen Place APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Dietary Modulation of Food Conversion Efficiency in Farmed Hybrid Striped Bass READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 1995 Total Funding Amount: $ 65,000.00 Proposal Code: 95-05 Institution: Center of Marine Biotechnology PI: Allen Place READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

Aquaculture Situation and Outlook Report 2009: Rhode Island READ PUBLICATION Year: 2009 Type of Publication Situation and Outlook Reports Topic Tag Institution: Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Sea Grant & Cape Cod Cooperative Extension Author: Michael A. Rice Dale Leavitt The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. WHO WE ARE

2009 NRAC Annual Report READ PUBLICATION Year: 2009 Type of Publication Annual Report Topic Tag Institution: University of Maryland Author: The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. WHO WE ARE

Massachusetts Department of Food and Agriculture1998Aquaculture Curricula Resource Guide Publication & DistributionScott Soares APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Aquaculture Curricula Resource Guide Publication & Distribution READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 1998 Total Funding Amount: $ 10,000.00 Proposal Code: 98-07 Institution: Massachusetts Department of Food and Agriculture PI: Scott Soares READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

University of Maine2009Examination of Finfish Pathogens and Predictive Ecology in a Bivalve/Finfish Integrated Multi-trophic Aquaculture SystemIan Bricknell APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Examination of Finfish Pathogens and Predictive Ecology in a Bivalve/Finfish Integrated Multi-trophic Aquaculture System READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2009 Total Funding Amount: $ 200,000.00 Proposal Code: 09-21 Institution: University of Maine PI: Ian Bricknell READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

2013 NRAC Annual Report READ PUBLICATION Year: 2013 Type of Publication Annual Report Topic Tag Institution: University of Maryland Author: The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. WHO WE ARE

University of Connecticut2005Identification and Use of Sex Pheromones for Improving Shellfish AquacultureHans Laufer APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Identification and Use of Sex Pheromones for Improving Shellfish Aquaculture READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2005 Total Funding Amount: $ 196,695.00 Proposal Code: 05-5-1 Institution: University of Connecticut PI: Hans Laufer READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

Rutgers University2020Oyster Microbiome Changes Resulting from Different Winter Storage MethodsHeidi Yeh APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Oyster Microbiome Changes Resulting from Different Winter Storage Methods READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2020 Total Funding Amount: $ 19,318.00 Proposal Code: MG19-07 Institution: Rutgers University PI: Heidi Yeh READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

Northeastern U.S. Aquaculture Management Guide READ PUBLICATION Year: 2014 Type of Publication Manuals and Other Publications Topic Tag Institution: University of Connecticut Author: Tessa L. Getchis The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. WHO WE ARE

NOAA Milford Laboratory2023Rebooting the Northeast Aquaculture Extension Network: A Skills Training and Mentorship Program for Extension ProfessionalsZachary Gordon APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Rebooting the Northeast Aquaculture Extension Network: A Skills Training and Mentorship Program for Extension Professionals READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2023 Total Funding Amount: $ 230,904.00 Proposal Code: 23-13 Institution: NOAA Milford Laboratory PI: Zachary Gordon READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

University of Rhode Island2002Financial Benchmark Information for the NRAC Regional Aquaculture IndustriesRobert Comerford APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Financial Benchmark Information for the NRAC Regional Aquaculture Industries READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2002 Total Funding Amount: $ 25,815.48 Proposal Code: 02-13 Institution: University of Rhode Island PI: Robert Comerford READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

University of Maryland1992A Comprehensive Investigation of Larval Development and Mortality in the Eastern Oyster, Crassostrea virginicaDonald Meritt APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA A Comprehensive Investigation of Larval Development and Mortality in the Eastern Oyster, Crassostrea virginica READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 1992 Total Funding Amount: $ 198,698.00 Proposal Code: 92-03 Institution: University of Maryland PI: Donald Meritt READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

Morgan State University2024Development of Triploids to Advance the Soft-shell Clam Aquaculture in the Northeastern CoastsMing Liu APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Development of Triploids to Advance the Soft-shell Clam Aquaculture in the Northeastern Coasts READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2024 Total Funding Amount: $159,660 Proposal Code: 24-07 Institution: Morgan State University PI: Ming Liu READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

Aquaculture Situation and Outlook Report 2009: Delaware READ PUBLICATION Year: 2009 Type of Publication Situation and Outlook Reports Topic Tag Institution: Delaware State University Author: Dennis McIntosh John Ewart The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. WHO WE ARE

2001 NRAC Annual Report READ PUBLICATION Year: 2001 Type of Publication Annual Report Topic Tag Institution: University of Massachusetts Author: Julie Smith Karen E. Tavares Andrew Kant The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. WHO WE ARE

Martha's Vineyard Shellfish Group2013There is a Gold in Them Thar Mussels; Testing the Feasibility of Golden Mussel Culture for Branding and Market Expansion of Farmed New England MusselsRichard Karney APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA There is a Gold in Them Thar Mussels; Testing the Feasibility of Golden Mussel Culture for Branding and Market Expansion of Farmed New England Mussels READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2013 Total Funding Amount: $ 10,000.00 Proposal Code: 13-09 Institution: Martha's Vineyard Shellfish Group PI: Richard Karney READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

1991National Extension Workshop Support APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA National Extension Workshop Support READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 1991 Total Funding Amount: $ 13,000.00 Proposal Code: 91-06 Institution: PI: READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

University of Maine2020Vaccinating the Mucosal Surfaces of Commercially Important Fish SpeciesIan Bricknell APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Vaccinating the Mucosal Surfaces of Commercially Important Fish Species READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2020 Total Funding Amount: $ 18,094.00 Proposal Code: MG20-04 Institution: University of Maine PI: Ian Bricknell READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

Sacred Heart University2005Identification of Molecular Markets for Identification of Vibrio spp. Pathogenic to Fish and ShellfishKirk Bartholomew APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Identification of Molecular Markets for Identification of Vibrio spp. Pathogenic to Fish and Shellfish READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2005 Total Funding Amount: $ 63,925.00 Proposal Code: 05-4-3 Institution: Sacred Heart University PI: Kirk Bartholomew READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

Delaware State University2005Saltwater Baitfish (Fundulus heteroclitus) Feeds and FeedingDennis McIntosh APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Saltwater Baitfish (Fundulus heteroclitus) Feeds and Feeding READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2005 Total Funding Amount: $ 90,860.00 Proposal Code: 05-2-3 Institution: Delaware State University PI: Dennis McIntosh READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

University of Maine1997Use of Molecular Probes for Detection of Bonamia ostrea in Oysters, Ostrea edulisBruce Barber APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Use of Molecular Probes for Detection of Bonamia ostrea in Oysters, Ostrea edulis READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 1997 Total Funding Amount: $ 57,366.00 Proposal Code: 97-03 Institution: University of Maine PI: Bruce Barber READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

Cotuit Oyster Co.1995Predator Exclusion Device (PED) to Control Predation by Conchs (Busycon) on Oyster Aquaculture GroundsDick Nelson APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Predator Exclusion Device (PED) to Control Predation by Conchs (Busycon) on Oyster Aquaculture Grounds READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 1995 Total Funding Amount: $ 25,100.00 Proposal Code: 95-06 Institution: Cotuit Oyster Co. PI: Dick Nelson READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

Rutgers University2005Ornamental Aquatic Plant Culture Demonstration and Training for the NortheastGeorge Flimlin APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Ornamental Aquatic Plant Culture Demonstration and Training for the Northeast READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2005 Total Funding Amount: $ 215,100.00 Proposal Code: 05-5-8 Institution: Rutgers University PI: George Flimlin READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

1996NRAC Newsletter, Northeastern Aquaculture APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA NRAC Newsletter, Northeastern Aquaculture READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 1996 Total Funding Amount: $ 23,745.00 Proposal Code: 96-12 Institution: PI: READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

University of New Hampshire20042004 Regional Aquaculture PlanningJoyce Newman-Rode APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA 2004 Regional Aquaculture Planning READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2004 Total Funding Amount: $ 37,750.00 Proposal Code: 04-03 Institution: University of New Hampshire PI: Joyce Newman-Rode READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

Rhode Island Commission on Aquaculture2002Conference Support Request of Northeastern Aquaculture Conference and Exposition (NACE-3)Eileen Naughton APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Conference Support Request of Northeastern Aquaculture Conference and Exposition (NACE-3) READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2002 Total Funding Amount: $ 5,000.00 Proposal Code: 02-04 Institution: Rhode Island Commission on Aquaculture PI: Eileen Naughton READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

University of Maryland1997Expansion of the "FishGuts" Fish Anatomy, Health and Necropsy Software Training Program for the Aquaculture CommunityAndrew Kane APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Expansion of the "FishGuts" Fish Anatomy, Health and Necropsy Software Training Program for the Aquaculture Community READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 1997 Total Funding Amount: $ 71,491.00 Proposal Code: 97-02 Institution: University of Maryland PI: Andrew Kane READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

University of Maine2005Use of Marine Polychaete Culture Systems in Integrated Land-based Intensive AquacultureNicholas Brown APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Use of Marine Polychaete Culture Systems in Integrated Land-based Intensive Aquaculture READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2005 Total Funding Amount: $ 195,790.00 Proposal Code: 05-3-1 Institution: University of Maine PI: Nicholas Brown READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

2005The Development of a Code of Practice and Best Management Practices for East Coast Shellfish GrowersEdwin Rhodes APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA The Development of a Code of Practice and Best Management Practices for East Coast Shellfish Growers READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2005 Total Funding Amount: $ 178,694.00 Proposal Code: 05-5-7 Institution: PI: Edwin Rhodes READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth1993Aquaculture and the Marine Environment: The Shaping of Public PolicyHarlyn Halorson APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Aquaculture and the Marine Environment: The Shaping of Public Policy READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 1993 Total Funding Amount: $ 10,000.00 Proposal Code: 93-12 Institution: University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth PI: Harlyn Halorson READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

University of New England2013Workshop to Identify Constraints Towards Developing a Commercial Eel Aquaculture Industry Using Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) technologyBarry Costa-Pierce APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Workshop to Identify Constraints Towards Developing a Commercial Eel Aquaculture Industry Using Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) technology READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2013 Total Funding Amount: $ 11,000.00 Proposal Code: 13-07 Institution: University of New England PI: Barry Costa-Pierce READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

1991Support of the Fifth International Conference on Toxic Marine Phytoplankton APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Support of the Fifth International Conference on Toxic Marine Phytoplankton READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 1991 Total Funding Amount: $ 5,000.00 Proposal Code: 91-04 Institution: PI: READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

Ward Aquaculture Farms Massachusetts2021Tautog (Tautoga onitis) early life stage optimization in aquaculture systems: spawning, culture density, and diet through metamorphosisDan Ward APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Tautog (Tautoga onitis) early life stage optimization in aquaculture systems: spawning, culture density, and diet through metamorphosis READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2021 Total Funding Amount: $ 198,084.00 Proposal Code: 21-01 Institution: Ward Aquaculture Farms Massachusetts PI: Dan Ward READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

University of New Hampshire2014Impact Assessment of NRAC Funding on Aquaculture in the NortheastElizabeth Fairchild APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Impact Assessment of NRAC Funding on Aquaculture in the Northeast READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2014 Total Funding Amount: $ 150,000.00 Proposal Code: 15-11 Institution: University of New Hampshire PI: Elizabeth Fairchild READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

University of Maryland1994A proposal to Study Potential Ciliate Pathogens of Hatchery Reared Junvenile Oysters in the Northeastern United StatesEugene Small APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA A proposal to Study Potential Ciliate Pathogens of Hatchery Reared Junvenile Oysters in the Northeastern United States READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 1994 Total Funding Amount: $ 10,000.00 Proposal Code: 94-03 Institution: University of Maryland PI: Eugene Small READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

Rutgers University1993The Role of Bacteria and Microalgae in Unexplained Juvenile Oyster MortalitiesSusan Ford APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA The Role of Bacteria and Microalgae in Unexplained Juvenile Oyster Mortalities READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 1993 Total Funding Amount: $ 71,491.00 Proposal Code: 93-06 Institution: Rutgers University PI: Susan Ford READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

University of New Hampshire2003Developing and Testing Novel Methodology for Land- and Near Shore-Based Aquaculture of the Green Sea UrchinCharles Walker APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Developing and Testing Novel Methodology for Land- and Near Shore-Based Aquaculture of the Green Sea Urchin READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2003 Total Funding Amount: $ 169,650.00 Proposal Code: 03-15 Institution: University of New Hampshire PI: Charles Walker READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

Marine Biological Laboratory2005Genetic Identification of Hard Clam StrainsGrabriele Gerlach APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Genetic Identification of Hard Clam Strains READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2005 Total Funding Amount: $ 184,200.00 Proposal Code: 05-1-1 Institution: Marine Biological Laboratory PI: Grabriele Gerlach READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

University of Rhode Island2012New Tools To Prevent Bacterial Diseases In Shellfish HatcheriesDavid Rowley APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA New Tools To Prevent Bacterial Diseases In Shellfish Hatcheries READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2012 Total Funding Amount: $ 199,514.00 Proposal Code: 13-10 Institution: University of Rhode Island PI: David Rowley READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.

Martha's Vineyard Shellfish Group2007Creation of a Tetraploid Broodstock for the Bay Scallop Argopecten irradiansRichard Karney APPLY HERE FOR GRANTS & FUNDING ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE NORTHEASTERN REGIONAL AQUACULTURE CENTER CONNECTICUT DELAWARE MAINE MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE NEW JERSEY NEW YORK PENNSYLVANIA RHODE ISLAND VERMONT WASHINGTON D.C. WEST VIRGINIA Creation of a Tetraploid Broodstock for the Bay Scallop Argopecten irradians READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS Project Summary Year: 2007 Total Funding Amount: $ 97,127.00 Proposal Code: 07-20 Institution: Martha's Vineyard Shellfish Group PI: Richard Karney READ PROJECT REPORTS & DOCUMENTS The Northeast region stands as a global leader in aquaculture innovation, driving industry growth to bolster economic vitality, all while steadfastly preserving aquatic ecosystems and championing conservation efforts for generations to come. LEARN MORE ABOUT AQUACULTURE Proudly supported by: ABOUT PROJECTS PUBLICATIONS FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES EXTENSION & EDUCATION ABOUT AQUACULTURE © NRAC All rights reserved. Website design by PIVOT Creative & Consulting.