Summary Notes from June 29th, State of Aquaculture in RI’s Salt Ponds Ready to Review

The State of Aquaculture in Rhode Island’s Salt Ponds

Thursday, June 29, 2017

5:00-7:00 pm

Kettle Pond Visitor’s Center
50 Bend Road
Charlestown, RI

Summary Notes- June 29, 2017 Aquaculture Meeting

Agenda The State of Aquaculture in the Salt Ponds | Aquaculture Fact Sheet

The public was invited to attend an education program focused on the state of aquaculture in Rhode Island’s Salt Ponds.The program featured experts who provided different perspectives on this topic and offered the community the opportunity to ask questions and share concerns about aquaculture.

The event is part of the Rhode Island Shellfish Initiative which recognizes the economic and cultural value of shellfish and is an effort of Governor Gina Raimondo and a host of partners — state agencies, industry, academic and community partners focused on leveraging collaborative and creative opportunities to sustainably manage local shellfish stock, promote economic growth and jobs, and celebrate Rhode Island’s unique food cultures.

Please contact Jennifer McCann at (401) 874-6127 or mccann@crc.uri.edu with questions or comments.