Outreach

Technical Advice and Outreach

We provide technical advice on a regular basis to members of the community, natural resource managers, shellfishermen, aquaculturists, research scientists, etc. Please do not hesitate to contact us with your questions about aquaculture and shellfisheries. 

Aquaculture Workshops

A recent survey of Massachusetts shellfish farmers asked for industry training and information needs. Workshops address the hot-button issues expressed by the industry: such as improving shellfish aquaculture production by decreasing losses, improving growth, maximizing profitability, and encouraging environmentally sustainable practices.

Shellfish Aquaculture Class

Interested in getting into shellfish aquaculture, or already there but want to learn more? The cooperative extension offers a class addresses all phases of shellfish aquaculture production.  This class is usually one night a week for 8 weeks during the fall or winter.

Development of Best Management Practices
Working cooperatively with the industry and concerned user groups in the region, we drafted up best management practices for the industry to encourage environmentally friendly and economically sustainable shellfish aquaculture.