Aquaculture Information Exchange | Site-Wide Activity

Hannah Colwell posted an update in the group Hatcheries: Hi everyone,We use the Supan bottle upwellers and […]

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:50:16 -0400

Hi everyone,

We use the Supan bottle upwellers and there’s been debate on cultch usage in them for Eastern oysters. They come recommended to use 1L of cultch, but we’ve found that to be too much, so have in the past reduced that to 500mL. Members of our team with experience using other style bottle upwellers have been advocating for nixing…

National Shellfisheries Association posted an update: Congratulations to Paul Coyne of Rutgers University who […]

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:09:34 -0400

Congratulations to Paul Coyne of Rutgers University who also received the 2026 NSA Melbourne R. Carriker Research Grant Award for his proposal ‘Using genomic tools to enhance New Jersey bivalve aquaculture’.

The Melbourne R. Carriker Research Grant Award recognizes student research in shellfisheries. Your colleagues and the members of…

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Student Members

jagadeeshgaggala-1 posted an update in the group Shrimp Aquaculture: Hello everyone,My name is Jagadeesh Gaggala. I […]

Fri, 29 May 2026 19:59:53 -0400

Hello everyone,

My name is Jagadeesh Gaggala. I recently completed a Master’s degree in Marine Policy and Management from the University of New Haven and have several years of hands-on experience in shrimp aquaculture, including biofloc systems, nursery and grow-out operations, water quality management, shrimp health monitoring,…

Madelyn Balser posted a new event.

Fri, 29 May 2026 17:46:40 -0400

National Shellfisheries Association posted an update: Congratulations to Flavie Perron of Dalhousie University […]

Fri, 29 May 2026 09:14:21 -0400

Congratulations to Flavie Perron of Dalhousie University who received the 2026 NSA Melbourne R. Carriker Research Grant Award for her proposal ‘Ecophysiological responses of triploid blue mussels (Mytilus edulis) exposed to heat stress’.

The Melbourne R. Carriker Research Grant Award recognizes student research in shellfisheries. Your…

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Student Members

Lauren Deal posted a new job.

Thu, 28 May 2026 17:55:45 -0400

Fish Culturist - Trail Lakes Hatchery

Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association (CIAA) has an opening for an on-site Fish Culturist at Trail Lakes Hatchery, located on the road system, near Moose Pass,…

Lauren Deal posted a new job.

Thu, 28 May 2026 17:53:47 -0400

Assistant Hatchery Manager - Trail Lakes Hatchery

Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association (CIAA) has an opening for an on-site Assistant Hatchery Manager at Trail Lakes Hatchery, located on the road system near Moose…

Madelyn Balser: 🗓️ Thursday, June 11 | 1 p.m. EST🎟️ Register: […]

Thu, 28 May 2026 15:51:28 -0400

🗓️ Thursday, June 11 | 1 p.m. EST

🎟️ Register: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/xk_SjUxjRcqdrhZgXLK82g

@imaniblack is the Founder and CEO of Minorities In Aquaculture, a nonprofit dedicated to expanding access and representation for women of color in the seafood and aquaculture industries. A trained aquaculturist with a master’s in environmental…

Emily posted a new job.

Wed, 27 May 2026 15:15:47 -0400

Madelyn Balser posted an update in the group Funding & Finance for Aquaculture: NIFA will host a Technical Assistance Webinar for […]

Wed, 27 May 2026 14:32:08 -0400

NIFA will host a Technical Assistance Webinar for the Special Research Grants Program for Aquaculture Research NOFO. The Special Research Grants Program for Aquaculture Research (Assistance Listing Number 10.200) supports the development of a vibrant, robust, and profitable aquaculture industry in the United States by generating new,…

Madelyn Balser posted an update: TGIF 🤝 AIE Weekly Roundup Check out what’s been happening […]

Fri, 22 May 2026 16:05:45 -0400

TGIF 🤝 AIE Weekly Roundup

Check out what’s been happening on the Exchange this week, from academy announcements to fishy jokes. Links below.

🐚 Aquaculture Leadership Academy: https://lnkd.in/eaNkfUqt
🐚 Shellfish Aquaculture Program: https://lnkd.in/erbxyxHK
🐚 Journal of Shellfish Research: https://lnkd.in/eNzyzR_3
🐚 Cherrystone Aqua-Farms…

Peter Osaigbovo posted an update in the group Educational Resource Creators: Hi everyone,I’m currently developing a simple aquaculture […]

Fri, 22 May 2026 05:09:50 -0400

Hi everyone,

I’m currently developing a simple aquaculture outreach activity for high school students (roughly 60–90 mins, easy to run in a lab or classroom setting).

If anyone has a tried-and-tested activity/template they’d be willing to share, I’d really love to see it for inspiration. Thanks in advance!

Peter Osaigbovo posted an update in the group Aquaculture Communicators: Hi everyone,I’m currently developing a simple aquaculture […]

Fri, 22 May 2026 05:07:00 -0400

Hi everyone,

I’m currently developing a simple aquaculture outreach activity for high school students (roughly 60–90 mins, easy to run in a lab or classroom setting).

If anyone has a tried-and-tested activity/template they’d be willing to share, I’d really love to see it for inspiration. Thanks in advance!

Peter Osaigbovo posted an update in the group Aquaculture Education: Hi everyone,I’m currently developing a simple aquaculture […]

Fri, 22 May 2026 05:05:43 -0400

Hi everyone,

I’m currently developing a simple aquaculture outreach activity for high school students (roughly 60–90 mins, easy to run in a lab or classroom setting).

If anyone has a tried-and-tested activity/template they’d be willing to share, I’d really love to see it for inspiration. Thanks in advance!

Madelyn Balser posted a new job.

Thu, 21 May 2026 19:14:13 -0400

Research Staff Assistant

Position Summary Columbia University’s Mortimer B. Zuckerman Mind Brain Behavior Institute unites world-class scientists across diverse academic disciplines to conduct groundbreaking research that transforms our…

Joshua Barber posted an update in the group Career Support: https://opportunities.columbia.edu/jobs/research-staff-assist […]

Thu, 21 May 2026 18:23:43 -0400

https://opportunities.columbia.edu/jobs/research-staff-assistant-manhattanville-new-york-united-states-aea8d7dc-318f-47aa-b8ff-c9b6d82bb067

minnesota_sea_grant posted an update in the group Aquaculture Education: Minnesota Sea Grant and Texas Sea Grant will co-host the […]

Thu, 21 May 2026 18:19:45 -0400

Minnesota Sea Grant and Texas Sea Grant will co-host the Aquaculture Leadership Academy in 2026 and 2027 and bring together aquaculture extension professionals from across the United States for separate weeklong training sessions in each state focused on freshwater and marine aquaculture systems. ALA website and announcement.

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Minnesota Sea Grant | Minnesota Sea Grant

We serve Minnesotans who need water science by providing accessible research data to industry leaders, policymakers, educators, communities, and governments.

Joshua Barber posted an update in the group Bad Aquaculture Jokes: The Best way to communicate with fish is to drop them a line :)

Thu, 21 May 2026 18:12:00 -0400

The Best way to communicate with fish is to drop them a line 🙂

caitlinhart-1 posted a new job.

Thu, 21 May 2026 17:51:00 -0400

caitlinhart-1 posted a new job.

Thu, 21 May 2026 17:50:13 -0400

caitlinhart-1 posted a new job.

Thu, 21 May 2026 17:48:50 -0400

Emily posted an update in the group Aquaculture Communicators: I just learned about the Sustainable Entertainment […]

Thu, 21 May 2026 13:22:00 -0400

I just learned about the Sustainable Entertainment Alliance, which is a consortium of Hollywood’s biggest studios and streamers, including Disney, NBCUniversal, Warner Bros. Discovery, Netflix and Sony Pictures, among others. SEA wants to encourage the trend of environmental stories in mainstream film and TV by helping Hollywood writers,…

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Green Title Database

The Green Title Database is a public archive of films and television (2018–2026) exploring climate and environmental themes.

Madelyn Balser posted an update in the group Aquaculture Education: Greetings, educators! Earlier this month, GreenWave […]

Wed, 20 May 2026 18:15:05 -0400

Greetings, educators! Earlier this month, GreenWave launched a new interactive kelp farm visualization tool. This resource could be useful for new ocean farmers learning about the components commonly used in gear and farming systems.

“Created in partnership with Designori, this experience lets users move above and below the surface and click…

National Shellfisheries Association posted an update: The April 2026 issue of the Journal of Shellfish Research […]

Wed, 20 May 2026 17:13:52 -0400

The April 2026 issue of the Journal of Shellfish Research is now available online through BioOne Complete. In this issue you’ll find 21 articles covering the management, restoration, culture, and/or general biology and ecology of a number of different shellfish species.

Follow the link (https://bioone.org/…/journal-of…/volume-45/issue-1) to…

Stuart Thomas posted an update: Consider joining Washington Sea Grant's […]

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:30:17 -0400

Consider joining Washington Sea Grant’s Shellfish Aquaculture Mailing List designed to communicate with Shellfish Growers, researchers, and the wider shellfish industry in our region and nationwide.

Find local, regional, and national updates and information on a variety of relevant and up to date topics:

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Shellfish_aquaculture Info Page

Ryan Carnegie posted an update:

Tue, 19 May 2026 23:00:02 -0400

Joseph Caterine posted an update in the group VIMS Shellfish Aquaculture: We gave the Shellfish Aquaculture Program pages on […]

Tue, 19 May 2026 14:38:10 -0400

We gave the Shellfish Aquaculture Program pages on vims.edu a fresh redesign! 🦪

SAP is an organic collaboration of faculty, staff, and students across research, outreach, and advisory services. On the new page you can browse the affiliated groups, research areas, workforce development resources, tools for the industry, and…

Madelyn Balser posted a new job.

Mon, 18 May 2026 20:13:50 -0400

Special Research Grants Program for Aquaculture Research

The purpose of the Special Research Grants Program for Aquaculture Research (Assistance Listing Number 10.200) is to support the development of a vibrant, robust, and…

Emily posted a new job.

Mon, 18 May 2026 19:36:19 -0400

Emily posted a new job.

Mon, 18 May 2026 19:07:18 -0400

Dylan Howell posted an update in the group Funding & Finance for Aquaculture: $50,000 - $300,000 grants available from USDA NIFA. […]

Fri, 15 May 2026 22:27:21 -0400

$50,000 – $300,000 grants available from USDA NIFA. Deadline is June 15, 2026. https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/funding-opportunities/special-research-grants-program-aquaculture-research

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Special Research Grants Program for Aquaculture Research

Madelyn Balser posted an update: Need a quick look at what the aquaculture peeps are […]

Fri, 15 May 2026 19:53:00 -0400

Need a quick look at what the aquaculture peeps are talking about? I’ve got you covered.

Check out recent discussions, surveys and industry opportunities shared on the Exchange this past week:

Links for Posts
🦪 Professional Development Survey
🦪 Leadership in Science Survey
🦪 Oyster Crop Mortality Reports

Links for Jobs & Funding
🦪 …

Madelyn Balser posted a new job.

Fri, 15 May 2026 19:25:19 -0400

Shipt’s 2026 Community Impact Grants

Applications for Shipt’s 2026 Community Impact Grants will be open from May 11, 2026 to June 12, 2026. Our impact areas At Shipt, we aspire…

Marcy Cockrell posted an update in the group Women of the Water: There is still time to register for the DC area […]

Thu, 14 May 2026 21:56:00 -0400

There is still time to register for the DC area event happening in collaboration with Womens Aquatic Network in DC on June 6th! (This is a newly rescheduled date). Get your tickets now!

Learn more and register here:

https://womenofthewater.wixsite.com/conference/maryland

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Maryland | Conference

Emily posted an update in the group Funding & Finance for Aquaculture: Applications for Shipt’s 2026 Community Impact Grants will […]

Wed, 13 May 2026 20:54:54 -0400

Applications for Shipt’s 2026 Community Impact Grants will be open from May 11, 2026 to June 12, 2026. $10,000-35,000.

At Shipt, we aspire to a future where fresh, nutritious food is accessible regardless of zip code. We aren’t just providing a meal for today – we’re empowering local partners to build resilient, self-sustaining food systems that…

shipt.com

Shipt Community Impact Grants | Investing locally for lasting change

Shipt’s grant program invests in nonprofits that are creating communities where all people have access to fresh, nutritious, and culturally relevant food that is affordable and accessible.

Chris Payne posted an update in the group Leadership in Science: Hi all,I'm trying to gather some data on how […]

Wed, 13 May 2026 13:28:52 -0400

Hi all,

I’m trying to gather some data on how science professionals incorporate leadership skills into their careers. If you have some time and can take this survey, that would be awesome and greatly appreciated! This survey is just an introduction into what I hope can then lead to further in-depth, one-on-one or group discussions in the…

Joseph Caterine posted an update in the group VIMS Shellfish Aquaculture: Totally stoked to share a new page on vims.edu we […]

Tue, 12 May 2026 13:10:21 -0400

Totally stoked to share a new page on vims.edu we just launched with Dr. Oyster himself, Bill Walton @wcw5 ! 🦪

Bill’s C-SALT Lab with fellow Batten School & VIMS faculty @adriane Michaelis and Ryan @CarnegieVIMS launched a nationwide oyster crop mortality survey last year, sharing the results as custom charts on Instagram. We took those charts…

Madelyn Balser posted a new job.

Mon, 11 May 2026 14:14:35 -0400

Entry-Level Aquaculture & Farm Operations

Mook Sea Farm – Walpole, Maine Full-Time | Year-Round | Training Provided Mook Sea Farm is hiring for multiple entry-level positions across our aquaculture farm…

Paxton Spencer posted an update in the group Career Support: 📣Mook Sea Farm is hiring for multiple entry-level […]

Mon, 11 May 2026 00:27:05 -0400

📣Mook Sea Farm is hiring for multiple entry-level positions across our oyster aquaculture farm operation. Located in Walpole, Maine.

No aquaculture experience is required for most positions — we provide on-the-job training and opportunities for growth.

If interested head on over to Indeed to apply! If you have any questions about Mook Sea Farm let…

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Security Check - Indeed.com

Paxton Spencer posted an update: 📣 Mook Sea Farm is hiring for multiple entry-level […]

Mon, 11 May 2026 00:24:20 -0400

📣 Mook Sea Farm is hiring for multiple entry-level positions across our oyster aquaculture farm operation. Located in Walpole, Maine.

No aquaculture experience is required for most positions — we provide on-the-job training and opportunities for growth.

If interested head on over to Indeed to apply! If you have any questions about Mook Sea Farm…

indeed.com

Security Check - Indeed.com

Madelyn Balser posted a new job.

Thu, 07 May 2026 18:30:22 -0400

Marine Research Associate III

The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by May 19, 2026. Applications received…

Madelyn Balser posted a new post.

Wed, 06 May 2026 20:41:32 -0400

AIE Monthly | May 2026

Happy May, aquaculture peeps! From celebrating Earth Day to reading a decade in review of the kelp industry, the aquaculture community has been as connected…

Imani Black posted an update: Minorities in Aquaculture (MIA), in collaboration with […]

Tue, 05 May 2026 13:44:12 -0400

Minorities in Aquaculture (MIA), in collaboration with The Pew Charitable Trusts and The Nature Conservancy, is conducting a workforce development survey to better understand the current and future needs of the aquaculture industry.

We are seeking input from industry leaders and professionals to learn more about hiring priorities, in-demand…

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MIA Professional Development Survey Participation

If you are interested in participating in Minorities In Aquaculture (MIA)’s Professional Development Survey, please share your information below. We will add you to our email list and send the survey directly to your inbox once it is available.

Madelyn Balser posted a new job.

Tue, 05 May 2026 13:25:18 -0400

FDA FY26 Grant Funding

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is announcing the availability of fiscal year 2026 grant funding under a Notice of…

Honorata hansen posted an update in the group Researchers: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Center for […]

Tue, 05 May 2026 11:42:40 -0400

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is announcing the availability of fiscal year 2026 grant funding under a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the establishment of Animal and Veterinary Innovation Centers (AVICs).

This research area noted may be of interest to this group: Address critical regulatory…

Honorata hansen posted an update in the group Funding & Finance for Aquaculture: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Center for […]

Tue, 05 May 2026 11:40:18 -0400

This research area noted may be of interest to this group: Address critical…

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FDA FY26 Grant Funding & Public Info Session for AVICs

FDA-CVM is announcing FY 2026 grant funding for the establishment of Animal and Veterinary Innovation Centers. AVICs are long-term partnerships intended to address critical animal, human, or environmental health needs.

Karen Hudson posted a new job.

Mon, 04 May 2026 14:31:59 -0400

Lydia Bienlien posted an update: Freshly stained oyster slides in the incubator, almost […]

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:20:53 -0400

Freshly stained oyster slides in the incubator, almost ready to be read (and maybe) photographed on the microscope.

Michael Acquafredda posted an update: The Rutgers NJ AIC, located in Cape May, NJ, has […]

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:50:16 -0400

The Rutgers NJ AIC, located in Cape May, NJ, has some surplus aquaculture materials that we’re hoping to remove from the property. We’re giving these materials away for free! First come, first served.

2 large fiberglass cone tanks
2 long fiberglass raceways
4 large green fiberglass tanks
1 fish tote with galvanized steel plug
Concrete anchors…

Emily posted a new job.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:32:47 -0400