Aquaculture Information Exchange | Site-Wide Activity

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:

mailman21.u.washington.edu

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…

fda.gov

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

Madelyn Balser posted a new job.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:25:46 -0400

Ingrid Rasch Legacy Fund

Applications are now open. The final day to submit is June 12th. Could your community benefit from strong evidence of the value of greenspace? Are…

Emily posted an update in the group Funding & Finance for Aquaculture: The Ingrid Rasch Legacy Fund enables Earth Economics […]

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:34:03 -0400

The Ingrid Rasch Legacy Fund enables Earth Economics to provide technical assistance to one non-profit or community-based organization each year to advance local solutions to environmental injustice, climate hazards, or threats of displacement.

https://www.eartheconomics.org/2026-apply-irlf

eartheconomics.org

Earth Economics | Ingrid Rasch Legacy Fund

Earth Economics can help you evaluate and make the case for nature-based solutions in your community. Apply now through June 12 for no-cost technical support, supported by the Ingrid Rasch Legacy Fund.

Madelyn Balser posted a new post.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:11:32 -0400

Celebrating Earth Day on the Exchange

Happy Earth Day to our Mother! Earth Day is one of the most widely celebrated secular holidays in the world, and for 56 years, it…

Lydia Bienlien posted an update in the group All Things Histology: A nice example of a mature P. marinus trophozoite […]

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:59:26 -0400

A nice example of a mature P. marinus trophozoite cell. Several P. marinus (aka Dermo) forms can be seen in histology.

Timothy Birthisel posted an update: Responsible farmers can save the reef life by allowing it […]

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:09:15 -0400

Responsible farmers can save the reef life by allowing it to migrate away from the dying reef

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Adobe Acrobat

avidey posted an update in the group Aquaculture Extension: Avi Photo Album (Under Construction 2026+) Title/ Urban […]

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:05:02 -0400

Avi Photo Album (Under Construction 2026+) Title/ Urban Fish Farmer Aspire Club Twin –Co-Op/RAS+Aquaphonic Prototype Success model.Target GEO–Alexandria-N.VA Hub. Entrepreneurial Soft Skills and/or Handyman Hard Skills Essential–Target Suçess Start-UP 2027.. Welcome ! (Please apply via email or linkedin/in/cafetwin/ to Avi Virtual Team… Read more

Madelyn Balser posted an update in the group Aquaculture Extension: ICYMI: Check out the latest blog featuring Virginia […]

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:47:22 -0400

ICYMI: Check out the latest blog featuring Virginia Tech’s seafood research facility, Virginia Seafood Agricultural Research and Extension Center at Virginia Tech (VSAREC)! 🐟 Big thank you to Tiffany Wood Mahler, K-12 outreach and engagement coordinator, and @graceduregger, communications associate, for the tour and insights!

👉 Learn more: …

Madelyn Balser posted an update in the group Aquaculture Education: ICYMI: Check out the latest blog featuring Virginia […]

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:45:50 -0400

👉 Learn more: …

Emily posted an update in the group Aquaculture Communicators: This IFAS blog discusses how to search iNaturalist […]

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:00:29 -0400

This IFAS blog discusses how to search iNaturalist for research grade photos that are licensed under Creative Commons. It also discusses the proper way to cite them. I can’t wait to use this new tool the next time I am looking for a very specific or…

blogs.ifas.ufl.edu

Research-Grade Photos on iNaturalist: How to Find Them and How to Use Them - Communications

Email 0 Facebook 0 Twitter 0 Reddit 0 X Linkedin 0 Stumbleupon 0 They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but it can be challenging to find accurately identified photos of organisms that are also free to use. … Continue reading

Emily replied to the discussion Webinars about Aquaculture Communication in the forum Aquaculture Communicators

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:08:58 -0400

Reply to Webinars about Aquaculture Communication

A webinar from one Emily to another!

Madelyn Balser posted an update in the group Career Support: Hey there! A lot of new positions hit the […]

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:56:09 -0400

Hey there! A lot of new positions hit the Jobs and Funding page today. Here’s a roundup for job seekers on the hunt for aqua-tunities.

🐟 Aquaculture Intern, Rappahannock Oyster Co. | Topping, VA

🌱 Fish Biologist (Survey), NOAA Fisheries | *Varies

🐟 Research Coordinator, New York Sea Grant | Stony Brook, NY

🌱 Multitrack Aquaculture Intern, Riverence…

Madelyn Balser posted a new job.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:21:51 -0400

Assistant Marine Scientist

Job Responsibilities The successful candidate will join our Shellfish Research Team at the Marine Resources Research Institute to assist with our Section’s work related to…

Madelyn Balser posted a new job.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:08:44 -0400

Aquaculture Technician in Training

What it’s really like to work here At Riverence, we do things differently. We work together as a team, like a close-knit family, to achieve…

Madelyn Balser posted a new job.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:46:24 -0400

Multitrack Aquaculture Internship

Summary/Objective The Aquaculture Internship will help foster learning opportunities and provide hands on experience in different aspects of a commercial aquaculture enterprise during a short-term…

Madelyn Balser posted a new job.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:53:48 -0400

Aquaculture Intern

Aquaculture Internship with Rappahannock Oyster Co. Rappahannock Oyster Co. has been farming oysters in the Chesapeake Bay since 1899. Today, we grow, harvest, and serve…

Madelyn Balser posted a new event.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:43:39 -0400

Madelyn Balser posted a new post.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:42:21 -0400

Exploring Virginia’s Seafood Research Hub

As a new member of the aquaculture industry, I’ve found that the best way to get my bearings is to absorb as much information as…

Emily replied to the discussion Webinars about Aquaculture Communication in the forum Aquaculture Communicators

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:11:45 -0400

Reply to Webinars about Aquaculture Communication

Another great AIE webinar about communications in aquaculture!

Lydia Bienlien posted an update in the group All Things Histology: Fun looking xenoma caused by Sphenophyra-ciliates in […]

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:13:55 -0400

Fun looking xenoma caused by Sphenophyra-ciliates in the gills of an oyster.

Madelyn Balser posted an update: Happy Monday, AIE peeps! Earth Day is just around the […]

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:59:42 -0400

Happy Monday, AIE peeps! Earth Day is just around the corner (April 22), and I’d love to hear how you are celebrating Mother Nature. 🌎

Share your reflections and ways you stay sustainable below, not just in April, but year-round. I’ll be compiling a blog post next week, and I’d love to feature how our community stays aqua-earthy.

I’ll go first!…

avidey posted an update: Avi Photo Album (Under Construction 2026+) Title/ Urban […]

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:43:16 -0400