2026 Mariculture Conference of Alaska

March 10–12, 2026
The Hotel Captain Cook
Anchorage, Alaska

Join us in the heart of Alaska’s largest city for the 2026 Mariculture Conference of Alaska, where ocean views, industry insight and collaborative energy will come together.

The Mariculture Conference of Alaska is an opportunity to engage with members of the mariculture industry, hear from experts and connect with farmers, processors, researchers, community leaders and other professionals.

The goal of the conference is to support the continued development of mariculture in the state by reviewing accomplishments, addressing challenges, and exploring opportunities in research, innovation, education, and industry growth.

In addition to the conference, this event will host annual meetings for members of the Alaska Mariculture Alliance (AMA) and Alaska Shellfish Growers Association (ASGA) on March 12.

Registration

Why attend?

  • Learn about the latest research.
  • Gain insights from leaders and industry experts.
  • Network with peers, potential collaborators, and key stakeholders.
  • Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies.
  • Contribute to discussions shaping the future of mariculture.

The registration fee for the Mariculture Conference of Alaska is $100. The other associated events have no registration fee.

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Workshops

All workshops will be held on Tuesday, March 10, in either downstairs or main level meeting rooms of the Hotel Captain Cook. We are offering three concurrent morning workshops, each designed to support Alaska’s growing mariculture sector. These sessions run between 8:00 a.m. and noon, though individual workshop schedules may vary. Please register for only one morning workshop.

In addition, an early evening oyster-tasting workshop led by keynote speaker Julie Qiu will be offered. This session has very limited seating and requires a separate registration form.

MORE INFORMATION ON TUESDAY WORKSHOPS

Event Schedule

March 9

March 10

  • Morning: Workshops
  • Afternoon: Conference presentations
  • Evening: Tradeshow

March 11

  • All day: Conference presentations
  • Evening: Conference reception

March 12

  • Morning: Alaska Shellfish Growers Association Annual Meeting
  • Afternoon: Alaska Mariculture Alliance Annual Meeting

Contacts

Mariculture Conference of Alaska graphic with artwork of oysters, seaweed. It also includes artwork of a bull kelp and blue mussels courtesy of Juliana Cornett.

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