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Although baitfish and aquaculture industries pose no or a very low risk of spreading aquatic invasive species (AIS), the industries have been proactive in implementing systems to help ensure that any potential risk is minimized. Without adequate risk assessment of individual operations, regulations could be imposed which would unnecessarily negatively impact the viability of these industries and still not effectively reduce the risk of spreading AIS.

Advice to new fish farmers from the 2013 Ohio Aquaculture Association's Annual Meeting and Workshops held in Wooster, Ohio, February 2013.

Aquaculture business planning is a critical, but often overlooked step in the development of a successful aquaculture enterprise. Proper record keeping and adaptive management based on those records are also necessary for long term farm profitability. A business plan will help the farmer think through the benefits and constraints of starting a business and provide a roadmap to success through the life of the business.

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This video is presented by NCRAC funded by USDA/NIFA grant #2012-38500-19550.

Part of a series of WorldFish training videos on aquaculture (http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=...) this instructional video covers each step in the fish health care process and shares tips for ensuring water and fish seed quality.

Labeling Requirements for Siluriformes Fish and Fish Products

This presentation will cover the labeling features required by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) on Siluriformes fish and fish products. The different types of label approval will be discussed, along with procedures for label submission. Also covered will be the FSIS policy on the use of pressure sensitive stickers and what FSIS requires to be included in a labeling record.

Part of a series of WorldFish training videos on aquaculture (http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=...) this video provides instructions on how to correctly handle and transport live fish. Best practices for long-distance travel and safe release are also featured.

Across the country there are many thousands of private ponds built for various reasons including fishing, irrigation and livestock watering. When properly managed these ponds represent a valuable resource for both recreation and food production. Participants in this webinar will better understand how to develop a sustainable management strategy for ponds that is based on defined objectives and expectations.

Benefits and Risks - Farm-Raised and Wild

Many associations related to aquaculture have been formed in the United States over the years. Some have prospered while others have not  fared as well. Strong associations, particularly those that represent aquaculture producers, are more important than ever, especially in an era of increasingly burdensome regulations.