mariculture
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Exploring Ocean Farmer Co-ops
ZoomA round table for new and established seaweed farmers Whether you’re a seasoned co-op member, considering joining one, or just curious about the concept, this webinar is your opportunity to connect with fellow farmers and gain valuable insights. Hosted by Alaska Sea Grant and Woods Hole Sea Grant as part of the National Seaweed Hub…
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2024 Mariculture Conference of Alaska
Hotel Captain Cook 939 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK, United StatesJoin us for the Mariculture Conference of Alaska, an opportunity to meet with members of the mariculture industry, hear from mariculture 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 examining accomplishments, challenges and…
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Alaska Seaweed Genetics Workshop
Centennial Hall Convention Center 101 Egan Drive, Juneau, AK, United StatesThe 2024 Alaska Seaweed Genetics Workshop presentation slides are now linked in agenda. (Please note, not all slides are available.) On behalf of Alaska Sea Grant, the Alaska Fisheries Development Foundation, and the Alaska Mariculture Research and Training Center, we would like to invite you to the Alaska Seaweed Genetics Workshop in Juneau, Alaska,…
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Alaska Seaweed Handling and Processing Workshop: Kelp Stabilization Demonstration
Kodiak Seafood and Marine Science Center 118 Trident Way, Kodiak, AK, United StatesAlaska Sea Grant and GreenWave invite kelp farmers, processors and industry members to apply to participate in a free one-day demonstration of primary processing and stabilization technology for raw kelp. Fresh seaweed degrades rapidly after harvesting, inhibiting farmers and processors from bringing a quality product to market in sufficient quantity. To solve this problem,…
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Insights from the Scottish seaweed industry tour
OnlineJoin Alaska Sea Grant and Connecticut Sea Grant for a webinar featuring industry experts from Alaska and Connecticut sharing insights from their recent international seaweed infrastructure tour in Scotland. Topics Stabilization and processing methods — learn about UK techniques for stabilizing and processing kelp and their applicability to the US. Product forms and end-products —…
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Oyster Industry Knowledge Exchange Tour: Prince of Wales Island and Cordova to Homer, Alaska
ZoomJoin us for a webinar and Q&A about a recent oyster industry knowledge exchange tour, where farmers from across Alaska came together to share techniques, insights, and knowledge. Oyster farmers from Cordova and Prince of Wales Island will discuss their trip and the valuable lessons they learned visiting oyster operations in Homer. Join us…
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Meet the new Alaska Sea Grant Shellfish Mariculture Specialist and Fellow
OnlineMeet the new Alaska Sea Grant Mariculture Specialist and Fellow on October 17, 2024, at 3pm. Alaska Sea Grant has a growing team that delivers training, research, and extension to support new and existing ocean farmers in Alaska. This webinar will introduce James Crimp and Rachel French, the new members of the mariculture team, give…
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Understanding Vibrio bacteria in shellfish webinar
ZoomThis webinar will introduce Vibrio bacteria, covering key species, where they are found, and how they grow. We’ll discuss variations in pathogenicity and virulence, focusing on heightened risks for immunocompromised individuals, who are more vulnerable to severe illness or death. We’ll examine how Vibrio interacts with shellfish, factors affecting retention, and methods for cleansing…
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Kelp Business Planning and Marketing Workshop—2025
Zoom1:00–3:00 pm Alaska Time, each day This online workshop will cover the basics of business planning for a kelp farm operation. By the end of the workshop, participants will understand the structure of business planning, be familiar with tools that perform financial feasibility analysis and marketing planning, and gain insights into strategic business decision-making.…
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2025 Mariculture Conference of Alaska
Sitka, Alaska Sitka, United StatesSave the date for the Mariculture Conference of Alaska, an opportunity to meet with members of the mariculture industry, hear from mariculture experts, and connect with farmers, processors, researchers, community leaders and other professionals.