Assessing the Appropriateness of Kelp Mariculture Regulations in Alaska Using a Genetics Approach

Jan 18, 2023

Species: Seaweed, Sugar Kelp (Saccharina latissima)
Lead Organizers: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, University of Alaska Fairbanks
Location: Southcentral, Southeast

Using genetics to assess diversity in hatchery outplants, this project aims to determine if current rules for broodstock collection are appropriate.

Principal Investigator / Partners:
  • Wes Larson, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
  • Schery Umanzor (PI), University of Alaska Fairbanks
  • Alaska Department of Fish and Game
Project Term: 2021 - 2021 (still ongoing)
Funding: $99,000, NOAA Fisheries, Internal Call for Aquaculture Funds (ICAF)
Contact Email: wes.larson@noaa.gov
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