Aquaculture and environmental stewardship: Milford shellfish biology seminar—1991 |
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Authors: | Walter J Blogoslawski |
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Institution: | (1) U.S. Department of Commerce/NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service Northeast Fisheries Center, Milford Laboratory, 212 Rogers Avenue, 06460 Milford, Connecticut, USA |
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Abstract: | For the past 11 years the annual Shellfish Biology Seminar at Milford CT has provided a unique forum for aquaculture scientists
and industry officials to exchange information about estuaries facing increased pollution problems, especially Long Island
Sound and the Great South Bay. Because these two areas are so rich in productivity and diversity, fish and shellfish farmers
utilize their waters, shellfish beds, and shore land for hatcheries and grow-out facilities. These individuals seek better
management of the coastal estuarine environment and its resources, providing a working example of environmental stewardship.
In aquaculture, good science is required to understand the complex variables and interaction of estuarine currents, tides,
temperature, and cycles of reproduction. Aquaculturists are beginning to understand the need for specific nutrients and how
the wastes of one species can be utilized for enhanced production of another species.
Over the years, this meeting has formed an amalgam of both the aquaculture industry and research scientists where both groups
foster mutual environmental concern. Science is able to focus on the theoretical aspects of pollutant damage. while the aquaculture
industry is able to define the problem and need for assistance to eliminate pollutants from their crops—shellfish and finfish.
Overfishing is not an issue at these meetings, as the group accepts the damage already done to wild resources and seeks new
technologies to grow food sources under controlled and stable market conditions.
Therefore, it could be said that the seminar serves as a meeting ground where the theoretical knowledge of scientific study
finds practical application in the industry and is fueled by the needs of that industry. This ideal blend of the two groups
produces better management of the resource and a safer environment—the goal of stewardship. |
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