Aquaculture

The Oregon Department of Fish Wildlife is working to keep invasive zebra, quagga and golden mussels out of rivers and lakes.

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife reported last week that invasive European green crabs had been captured at two new locations between northern Hood Canal and Admiralty Inlet.  This took place during an early detection trapping effort.  WDFW Aq...

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife says it has ramped up its efforts to protect the state’s lakes, rivers, and streams from aquatic invasive species.  Seasonal boat inspection stations are now open, and roving crews will be out this year at boat ramps offering watercraft inspections and decontamination.  ODFW says eve...

The Washington State Department of Agriculture is preparing for another year of trying to eradicate an aggressive invasive cordgrass weed.  Starting June 1st, WSDA-led survey and eradication efforts for Spartina will occur in several areas around Grays Harbor, Hood Canal, Willapa Bay, the Puget Sound, the north and west sides of the Olympic Peninsula, the San Juan Islands and near the mouth of the

Researchers at Washington State University say juvenile European green crabs can do as much damage as adults to shellfish and native sea plants.  These new findings call into question current methods to eradicate the invasive pest.   ...

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife announced Tuesday the final six days of the coastal razor clam dig season will proceed as planned beginning Saturday May 10th.  WDFW stresses not all coastal beaches are open for every dig, so diggers are encouraged to make sure their intended destination is open before heading out.  Th...

On Monday, members of Oregon’s delegation, sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce urging that a federal fishery resource disaster be declared for the 2024 Oregon troll salmon fishery.   “This declaration is critical to provide economic relief to Oregon’s fisheries and coastal communities in addition to protecting the sustainability of wild salmon populations,” the letter from the lawmake

The value of trout sold and distributed, excluding eggs, across Idaho totaled $44.5 million in 2024, up 21% year-over year.  Idaho accounted for 41% of the total value of fish sold and distributed.  The total value of fish in both Washington and Oregon was withheld to avoid disclosing data for individual operations.  NASS noted the to...

Legislation introduced in the Washington state House last week looks to establish bull kelp as the state’s marine forest.  House Bill 1631, introduced by Kitsap Representative Greg Nance cleared the House Committee on State Government & Tribal Relations Friday.   “Kelp is one of...

The USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service is accepting applications for its agribusiness trade mission to Hong Kong, scheduled for May 12th-16th.  Current and potential U.S. exporters interested in participating must apply by Thursday January 30th.   “This ...