Shellfish Research and Information
Services for the U.S. West Coast
Ecosystem Services
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On the Farm
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Improve Water Quality
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Learn more about how shellfish can improve water quality and provide important habitat for other marine organisms.
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What does it take to be a shellfish farmer? Watch this video on the ins and outs of growing and harvesting shellfish in Puget Sound.
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Learn 5 simple steps you can take to improve water quality in your area. Learn more...
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Project Higlights |
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Determining Social and Ecological Carrying Capacity for Shellfish Aquaculture in South Puget Sound
PSI and partners are conducting research to model ecosystem interactions and determine social and ecological needs and impacts of shellfish aquaculture.
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Pet Waste: What's the Problem?
These small sources of pollution can have a big impact. PSI works with South Sound residents to raise awareness of the risks associated with bacterial contamination and encourage pet owners to pick up after their animals.
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Reducing Shellfish-related Illness
PSI investigates post-harvest methods to lower vibrio levels in oysters and other bivalve shellfish to protect human health and reduce the need for vibrio-related shellfish bed closures.
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FEATURED: West Coast Shellfish Needs and Priorities |
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Shellfish Research and
Information Needs
Check out PSI's 2010 needs assessment for West Coast Shellfish. Learn more about current research and information needs associated with shellfish production, human health, water quality, and restoration.
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Alternative Strategies for Pet Waste Management
From biogas to compost, PSI examines new ways to reduce bacterial pollution from pet waste.
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LATEST NEWS |
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PSI supports marine spatial planning efforts along the West Coast.
PSI recently received funding for two inter-related projects to enhance our understanding of environmental and social dynamics affecting shellfish aquaculture. The first will determine ecological and social carrying capacity for South Puget Sound through ecological modeling and stakeholder engagement. The second will provide valuable GIS data on current shellfish aquaculture operations and relevant infrastructure along the West Coast as well as much needed social research into public values and beliefs surrounding bivalve aquaculture.
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Washington's Ocean Acidification Blue Ribbon Panel announces findings and recommendations.
A panel of science and policy experts recently convened to address the effects of ocean acidification on Washington's shellfish resources. Learn more
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