Virginia’s $55 Billion shellfish aquaculture industry relies on proper water quality, the effective management of shellfish pathogens to continue meeting rising demand. Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) and Virginia Tech will collaborate to translate existing research into support tools, manuals, web sites, and workshops for use by commercial shellfish hatcheries and nursery operations in Virginia. The project includes developing tools for the self-management of water quality issues and training growers on genetic and biosecurity factors to improve decision-making and brood stock management.
Project Details: Stan Allen (VIMS), Ryan Carnegie (VIMS), Karen Hudson (VIMS), Tom Murray, (VIMS), Dave Kuhn (Virginia Tech), Kim Reece (VIMS), Michael Schwarz (Virginia Tech), Juliette Smith (VIMS). Sea Grant Aquaculture Extension 2015: VA Shellfish Aquaculture Industry Support.
