Knowledge, Spread Wisely: Sea Grant Evaluation Shows National Weather Service Forecast is Assisting Farmers in Protecting Wisconsin Waters
“There’s a worm on my oyster!” Louisiana Sea Grant explains why this happens and why it’s not necessarily a bad thing.
Worms on Oysters Harvested from Reefs are a Natural Occurrence Read More>
Atlantic menhaden have been called the most important fish in the sea, with good reason.
Counting the Fish in the Sea Read More>
Sea Grant programs in the Gulf of Mexico and Georgia help communities better understand how to create a Program for Public Information (PPI) and earn outreach points under the National Flood Insurance Program’s Community Rating System (CRS). Points earned through the CRS help improve a community’s rating and can lead to discounted flood insurance premiums.
A team of university and government scientists, selected by an expert review panel convened by the Mississippi-Alabama Sea Grant Consortium, will conduct an independent study to estimate the number of red snapper in the U.S. waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
University of Georgia Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant is working with researchers from the National Center for Atmospheric Research to better understand how to communicate hurricane risks so that the public will take necessary precautions before a storm.
UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant Prepare Communities for Hurricanes Read More>
New Minnesota Sea Grant study suggests that using water clarity as an indicator of water quality may not necessarily work in all regions.
Clear Lakes Disguise Impaired Water Quality Read More>
To fill a knowledge gap about the shallow seafloor right off Rhode Island’s coast, Rhode Island Sea Grant invested in the development of BayMap, a collection of marine habitat maps for Narragansett Bay and surrounding coastal ponds for use by resource managers and scientists.
BayMap Leads to Discoveries in Offshore Waters Near and Far Read More>
“By training the next generation of fishers through a hands-on mentorship program, scientists and fishers hope to feed the world for many lifetimes.”
Teach the Kids to Fish Read More>
NOAA Sea Grant announces the award of $9.3 million in grants for 32 projects to advance the development of a sustainable marine and coastal aquaculture
Sea Grant announces $9.3 million for aquaculture research and industry support Read More>
In a collaborative effort, North Carolina Sea Grant developed a series of graphics to help the North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries present fisheries statistics to various audiences.
Pictures Illustrate the State of North Carolina Fisheries Read More>
Wisconsin Sea Grant funded a two-year aquaculture research project designed to compare the production of walleye, a native Wisconsin fish, and saugeye, a natural hybrid of walleye and sauger, in a recirculating aquaculture system and a closed aquaponics system.
Aquaculture’s Next Big Thing? Read More>
The day started with a typical greeting one would expect when meeting someone for the first time. As we walked towards Paul’s aging truck, which I could only describe as “having lots of character,” I knew I was about to embark on an entertaining adventure.
My Day with a Sea Grant Extension Professional Read More>
Oregon Sea Grant supported researchers place bags of oysters on different amounts of empty shells to see if the shells help the oysters grow better in acidified waters.
Researchers Explore Using Empty Oyster Shells to Decrease Acidic Seawater Read More>
A survey funded by Oregon Sea Grant found that more than 80 percent of respondents from the west coast shellfish industry agree that ocean acidification is having negative consequences on production.
West Coast Shellfish Industry Recognizes Consequences of Ocean Acidification Read More>
Louisiana Sea Grant extension agent Thu Bui translates Sea Grant resources for Vietnamese fishermen in Louisiana.
Why Sea Grant Matters to Louisiana Fishermen Read More>
Paul C. Focazio, New York Sea Grant Five years post-Sandy, Helen Cheng says the superstorm “still looms in the memories of our stakeholders, but I’m
Sea Grant’s Helen Cheng helps New York City communities better prepare for hurricanes Read More>
Sea Grant supports the advancement of sustainable aquaculture development through research, extension and education.
Sea Grant Extension Agents Support Aquaculture Growth across America Read More>
Sea Grant support enhances extension and technology transfer to advance aquaculture production in New Hampshire and Maine.
Sea Grant Sets the Stage for Aquaculture Growth in New England Read More>
Sea Grant together with the National Marine Fisheries Service are pleased to announce the 2017 NMFS-Sea Grant Joint Fellowship recipients. Six population and ecosystem dynamics
Sea Grant and NOAA Fisheries announce 2017 Joint Fellowship Recipients Read More>
Sea Grant supported research, education and workforce development to help make it possible
World’s Largest Aquaponics Operation Opens in American Heartland Read More>
Florida Sea Grant compiled seafood recipes from around the Sea Grant network to celebrate 50 years of supporting Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture.
Seafood Recipes Compiled across Sea Grant Network Read More>
Puerto Rico Sea Grant created a video to promote Healthy Coastal Ecosystems.
Puerto Rico Sea Grant Video Promotes Trash Free Waters Read More>
Located at the NWC on the UA campus in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Bareford will work with community stakeholders and partners to understand what information they need to make the best decisions possible.
Extension liaison selected for National Water Center Read More>
USC Sea Grant’s program has a lasting impact on students, enabling them to learn about science and themselves.
The Joy of Discovery: Summer Science Marine Lab Inspires Students Read More>
In 2016, Puerto Rico Sea Grant staff trained about 205 teachers and reached 38,882 students through improved environmental curriculum.
With a greater ecological understanding, Washington Sea Grant works to increase understanding of social perspectives of geoduck clam aquaculture.
Sea Grant programs are pushing to make invasive green crabs attractive as a menu item.
The Unexpected Tastiness of the Green Crab Read More>
The award winning product aims to create a new market for the tons of fish skin that goes to waste in processing.
Alaska Sea Grant researcher develops dog treats from fish skin Read More>
Sixty one finalists have been selected for the 2018 John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship, a program sponsored and managed by the National Sea Grant College Program.
Sea Grant announces the 2018 Knauss Fellowship finalists Read More>
Wisconsin Sea Grant researcher quantifies the value of Lake Michigan sports fisheries
Wisconsin Sea Grant documents value of recreational fishing in Lake Michigan Read More>
Georgia Sea Grant funded the development and testing of a turtle excluder device (TED) to help jellyfish trawl fishermen operate more efficiently.
Georgia Sea Grant supports study to enhance understanding Georgia’s jellyfish industry Read More>
The Aua transect on Tutuila island in the remote island territory of American Samoa recently celebrated its 100th anniversary, and scientists from throughout the region traveled to the island to celebrate and conduct the 100th year transect survey.
World’s oldest continuously monitored coral reef transect celebrates 100 years Read More>
Alaska Sea Grant is getting the word out about a technique that could enhance farmed oyster and kelp productivity.
New technique could improve Alaska farmed oyster and kelp productivity Read More>
Researchers funded by N.H. Sea Grant describe the effects of rising groundwater levels from sea level rise on N.H.’s coastal roads.
NH Sea Grant-funded researchers identify roads under new threat from rising sea levels Read More>
A group of fifth-grade students from Alpena, Michigan created a movie to help everyone understand why marine debris is a problem and to offer ideas about how they can contribute toward solutions.
Student video offers solutions to marine debris problems in Great Lakes Read More>
The highest mean water levels ever recorded in Hawai'i occurred in April 2017. Scientists with the University of Hawaii and Sea Grant predict there is more to come and provide early notice to help communities prepare.
A new paper in the journal Nature by researchers at Duke University provides strong evidence that catch share management slows the race to fish in U.S. fisheries on average. Some counterexamples in multispecies settings motivate ongoing work.
Research highlight: New evidence that catch shares slow the “race to fish” Read More>
Removal of polluted sediment from lake and river bottoms can be costly and time consuming. Ohio Sea Grant researchers are developing a new method using ultrasound and chemical agents, potentially making pollutant clean up faster and less costly.
West Coast crabbers and faculty with Oregon State University and Sea Grant programs in Oregon and Washington have been exploring ways to reduce injuries at sea.
Crabbers offer ideas on how to reduce injuries at sea Read More>
A strong partnership between Louisiana and Mississippi-Alabama Sea Grant programs fosters the exchange of information and problem solving for successful oyster larvae production; supports growing off-bottom aquaculture industry in the northern Gulf of Mexico.
In a groundbreaking project that empowers at-risk teens and pre-teens, student-driven exploration of aquatic environments through underwater photography and classroom experiences motivate those who may not otherwise feel inspired to participate in the sciences.
F-Stop and Shutter, Focus on Water Heals Troubled Teens and Pre-Teens Read More>
A Great Lakes Sea Grant Research Project Leads to Bigger Questions and NSF Funding
For over 28 years, Georgia Sea Grant has been providing recent college graduates with experience in environmental education through the marine education internship at the Marine Education Center and Aquarium.
Georgia Sea Grant: Educating a workforce, reaching a new generation Read More>
The Mississippi-Alabama Sea Grant Consortium (MASGC) is accepting proposal submissions to estimate the abundance of red snapper in the U.S. waters in the Gulf of Mexico.
Mississippi-Alabama Sea Grant announces red snapper abundance funding opportunity Read More>
While looking toward the next 50 years, Sea Grant is revisiting its roots.
Our New Age of Water Read More>
S.C. Sea Grant-funded scientist now working with marine industry to develop new paint coating to deter biofouling on boat hulls and underwater surfaces, such as cables, fishing gear and pipes.
Research to Application: Oyster shell research leads to patent to deter biofouling Read More>
It seems like the premise of a horror movie: giant armies of purple sea urchins mysteriously congregating, marching across the sea floor, and mowing down entire kelp forests. But alas, this is no movie.
It Was A No-Eyed, Many-Spined, Grazing, Purple, Kelp-Eater Read More>
Sea Grant welcomes proposals for two competitive opportunities to advance aquaculture research, address barriers to aquaculture, and expand aquaculture production.
Sea Grant announces 2017 Aquaculture Initiative Read More>
Georgia Sea Grant and the University of Georgia Skidaway Institute of Oceanography entered their fourth year of black gill research with the introduction of a new smartphone app that will allow shrimpers to help scientists collect data on the problem.
In Georgia, Sea Grant and shrimpers hope new app will bring more data on black gill Read More>
Working waterfronts in South Carolina are hotspots for tourists to enjoy the local seafood and immerse themselves in nature. This has not always been the case, however, with most waterfronts historically focused around commercial businesses and industry. While some communities embrace this change towards a more recreational focus, others fear that commercial fishing and the “traditional identity” of the town will suffer.
“We did this project specifically as a service to local municipalities to get them accurate data to utilize, if they’re going to go with the approach of seeding and growing shellfish as part of their water quality management plans.”
Woods Hole Sea Grant research documents first nitrogen removal by oysters in local waters Read More>
A partnership between a scientist and a fishermen leads to a promising business venture with ecological benefits thanks to support from North Carolina Sea Grant.
Growing Better Bivalves: Science, local knowledge enhance N.C. business Read More>
“Shipboard Science” provides educators in the Great Lakes basin the opportunity to conduct scientific research activities alongside aquatic scientists and learn strategies to integrate Great Lakes science into their curriculum.
From cruise to classroom, Sea Grant and partners expand Great Lakes literacy Read More>
The S.C. Sea Grant Consortium provides multiple opportunities for people of all ages to learn about the challenge of marine debris as well as ways to do something about it.
Nine schools in Los Angeles are raising fish in their classrooms with the help of USC Sea Grant as part of the Food for Thought Aquaponics and Seabass in the Classroom programs.
North Carolina Sea Grant connects students of all ages with the coast through outreach and research, including new studies on middle-school students’ climate literacy.
Creating Change: Education to Action in North Carolina Read More>
New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium is perfectly situated to facilitate outdoor learning, attracting more than 20,000 students each year.
K to Gray Education: New Jersey Sea Grant provides ideal space for outdoor learning Read More>