The mission of the Aquaculture Program is to conduct high quality, relevant, basic and applied aquaculture research and technology transfer to create jobs and economic activity that will improve the international competitiveness and sustainability of United States aquaculture, and reduce dependence on imported seafood and threatened ocean fisheries.

The research components of this program include:

• Genetic Improvement
• Integrated Aquatic Animal Health Management
• Reproduction and Early Development
• Growth, Development, and Nutrition
• Aquaculture Production Systems
• Sustainability and Environmental Compatibility of Aquaculture
• Quality, Safety and Vairety of Aquaculture Products for Consumers