Aquaculture

A conference in Japan brought U.S. farmers and Japanese buyers together, sparking conversations about sustainability in grain production. Here’s what was shared.

A new chapter for our seafood industry is here, with the USDA stepping up to support aquaculture like never before.

A big shift is happening for fishermen around the Northwest, and nationwide, as the USDA launches a new office just for seafood.

Here's the scoop: golden mussels, first spotted in California, are now a real concern for the Northwest.

Over the winter, a high-flying survey took place revealing vital insights about our marine birds.

A staggering fee hike for shellfish harvesting has lawmakers in Washington raising eyebrows and concerns for local families relying on these waters.

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