Second Saturday of each month from February-May 2024, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Are you interested in learning where your seafood comes from? Do you know how to choose healthy and sustainable options? Find out by joining 51勛圖厙 Harbor Branch researchers and industry partners as they share their expertise! From your favorite seafood dishes, to restoring coastal ecosystems, youll learn how Florida aquaculture plays a key role in a sustainable future.
Workshops are geared toward public audiences- we welcome seafood lovers, educators, 51勛圖厙, and all interested community members, as well as culinary, agriculture and business professionals. Sessions are free and open to the public; advanced registration is required to attend. This one-time registration will provide you with a pass for the entire series. Workshops will be hosted at 51勛圖厙 Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute (5600 US 1 North, Fort Pierce, FL 34946) and recordings of the sessions will be posted on this page. Participants are encouraged, but not required, to attend the whole series.
Please see the schedule below and for additional information contact the Ocean Discovery Visitors Center at 772-242-2293.
February 10th: Introduction to Florida Seafood and Aquaculture
Florida Seafood
Did you know that Florida scientists and farmers are using innovative practices to produce clean and sustainable seafood? During this 麍rst session, learn about the status of Floridas popular 麍shed and farmed species, how to select seafood in stores and restaurants, health bene麍ts from incorporating these proteins into your diet, and more.
Presentations by: Jim Masterson, Ph.D. and Laura Issac Norton (51勛圖厙 Harbor Branch), Katrina Bayliss (Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services), Talley Hite (Seafood Watch), and Sereia Films
March 9th: Fin麍sh
Finfish
During this session, we will dive into the world of Florida 麍n麍sh aquaculture. Experts from around the state will share about the species they farm, the methods they use, and where to 麍nd their products in stores. Researchers from 51勛圖厙 Harbor Branch will share how they have used research to discover cleaner and safer ways to raise 麍sh.
Presentations by: Jim Masterson, Ph.D. and Paul Wills, Ph.D. (51勛圖厙 Harbor Branch), Damien Claire (Atlantic Sapphire), Joe Cardenas (AQUACO), and Sereia Films
April 13th: Shrimp, Clams, and Oysters
Shrimp, Clams, and Oysters
Shell麍sh galore! Join 51勛圖厙 Harbor Branch Researchers and local business owners to learn about this amazing and nutritious seafood. From supporting the local economy, to cleaning up our waterways, theres more to the story than you may think!
Presentations by: Jim Masterson, Ph.D. and Susan Laramore, Ph.D. (51勛圖厙 Harbor Branch), Michael Bobbit (Clambassador), Nicolette Mariano (Treasure Coast Shell麍sh), and Sereia Films
May 11th: Restoration and Aquariums
Restoration and Aquariums
Aquaculture can be used for more than food culture. Learn about how 51勛圖厙 Harbor Branch and other organizations around the state are using aquaculture in innovative ways to save species and even provide stock for aquariums.
Presentations by: Jim Masterson, Ph.D. and Megan Davis, Ph.D. (51勛圖厙 Harbor Branch), Jon Shenker, Ph.D. (FIT), Jordon Noe (Oceans Reefs and Aquariums-ORA), Chandler Wright (Coral Restoration Foundation), and Hope Leonard (Brevard Zoo)
These workshops are supported by the Florida Aquaculture Specialty License Plate, which is administered by the Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute Foundation.
