Aquaculture Specialist John Ewart

	Delaware Aquaculture Resource Center Resource Center Home Page The Delaware Aquaculture Resource Center (DARC) serves as a primary source for information on all aspects of aquaculture in Delaware and the Mid-Atlantic region. The Center maintains a "gray literature" library collection of more than 1500 aquaculture publications consisting of technical literature and other valuable reference materials. It also provides access to local, regional, national and international sources of aquaculture information via the Resource Center Home Page on the World Wide Web.
	Aquaculture Development in Delaware Delaware Aquaculture Association Delaware's proximity to northeast markets plus its established agricultural and transport infrastructure for production, processing and product distribution offer significant potential for aquaculture to contribute to Delaware's future economic growth. Successful operation of an aquaculture business requires the integration of specialized technical (animal husbandry, system design and management) and business skills (planning, finance and marketing). A producer of aquatic products must also comply with state regulatory and environmental policies. Current and prospective aquaculturists must have access to up to date, accurate information and training. Aquaculture technology demonstration, training and educational programs are essential steps in the process of industry development.
	Shellfish Culture and Water Quality Delaware Center for the Inland Bays | 1999 Field Season | 2000 Field Season Because filter-feeding bivalve molluscs are ideally suited to maintain or improve water quality, the diversity and abundance of molluscan shellfish populations are often cited as indicators of the environmental quality and overall health of coastal ecosystems. Nutrient input from commercial and residential development, municipal, agricultural activities, and other nonpoint sources has led to increased eutrophication and reduced water quality in Delaware's coastal bays. The distribution of shellfish populations throughout the estuary is affected by hydrography, inconsistent recruitment, recreational and commercial fishing activities, water quality and other related factors. The use of aquaculture technologies can make an important contribution to the conservation, enhancement, restoration and management of wild shellfish stocks. Improvement of estuarine water quality, fish and shellfish habitat and the economic stability of coastal communities are additional potential benefits.
	Governing Offshore Aquaculture: Issues and Policies Project Web Page This study represents the first comprehensive assessment of federal policy with respect to the development of aquaculture in federal waters. Researched and written by an interdisciplinary team, the report addresses the gaps and deficiencies of current federal policy with respect to the siting and operation of aquaculture facilities in the U.S. Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). Developed in consultation with an advisory committee representing the full range of stakeholder interests, and draws on the experience with marine aquaculture policy in U.S. coastal states and eight other nations.
	Regional Aquaculture Development Mid-Atlantic Aquaculture  | Northeastern Regional Aquaculture Center (NRAC) A shared priority and specific goal of state Sea Grant Programs and the USDA Regional Aquaculture Centers and is the active involvement of the Sea Grant Advisory Service and Cooperative Extension to transfer useful information to aquaculturists and serve as a link or liaison between industry, researchers, state regulatory agencies and the public. As the aquaculture industry in the Northeastern region continues to develop, it is confronted with difficult economic conditions and numerous political, regulatory, and technical constraints. Many of these constraints are regional in nature while others are state specific or have a local impact.