NOAA Sea Grant has announced a federal funding opportunity for a national competition to fund marine aquaculture extension and technology transfer. Formerly known as the National Marine Aquaculture Initiative, this effort supports the overall plan to support the development of environmentally and economically sustainable ocean, coastal and Great Lakes aquaculture.

Applicants must be associated with Sea Grant, however interested parties are encouraged to work with the Sea Grant programs in their region to explore opportunities for partnering.

For information on eligibility, how to apply, and deadlines, please see the notice on the NOAA Aquaculture website.

The Office of Aquaculture has been posting recent news and reports to the 'Latest News' section of its website.  Visit our homepage often and read several stories about the growing popularity and future of oysters, aquaculture's role in meeting global seafood demand, job creation through aquaculture, and much, much more!  Visit our homepage now!