New York Sea Grant's Seaweed Initiatives
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
Check out our new "Seaweed Food Safety Regulations" webinar series, which builds off of a series of resources that our task force has created to assist New York seaweed producers in understanding the regulations governing the sale and marketing of seaweed products in the State.
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New York Sea Grant's Seaweed Initiatives — Resources: Webinars
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
Check out our new "Seaweed Food Safety Regulations" webinar series, which builds off of a series of resources that our task force has created to assist New York seaweed producers in understanding the regulations governing the sale and marketing of seaweed products in the State.
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New York Seafood and Aquaculture Office Hours
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
Throughout 2025, NYSG is hosting Aquaculture and Seafood Office virtual hours with various NY State Agencies involved in the regulation of aquaculture and seafood.
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New York Seafood Summit
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
Learn more about the third and final event for the 9th Annual “NY Seafood Summit”, which will be held in July 2025, as well as details from the first two events held in March.
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Seafood Science and Technology
To help out the seafood industry, NYSG is offering a pair of seafood HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) segment two courses this fall, including one on December 10th at the US Food and Drug Administration's Office of Regulatory Affairs (158-15 Liberty Ave, Queens, NY 11433).
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Building a Network of Seafood Professionals Across NY
Publications: Success Stories - Extension (2025)
NYSG Hosts 8th Annual New York Seafood Summit, where active cross-sector communication and collaboration is crucial to enhancing and supporting growth in aquatic foods production and processing in New York.
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NYSG Coordinates Seafood Incentives Program
Publications: Success Stories - Extension (2024)
Program to increase awareness and demand for Seafood Farmed and Fished in New York; Fostering growth and resilience in New York’s seafood industry requires knowledgeable buyers and awareness of locally available products
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Seafood Safety and Technology
Resources - Northeast Regional
Features links to resources produced by Sea Grant Programs throughout the Northeast region that focus on seafood training and education.
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Seafood Safety and Technology
Programs - Seafood HACCP Training
Seafood Programs - HACCP training
Seafood Safety and Technology
Programs - Good Manufacturing Practices
Seafood Programs - Good Manufacturing Practices
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June 16, 2025
Press Release
On YouTube: 2025 Freshwater "Seafood" Summit in Geneva, NY
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
In early March 2025, NYSG and the Finger Lakes Institute held a free freshwater-focused New York Seafood Summit in Geneva, NY for anglers fishing for food, baitfish producers, charter captains, and those rearing freshwater fish to stock the recreational fishery and as a food source.
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New York Sea Grant’s Seafood Summit Guides Action Points
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
The second-of-its-kind New York City-based event was held in collaboration with industry, academic and other professional seafood stakeholders.
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May 31, 2025
Press Release
2024 Seafood Summit Coming to Geneva at Cornell AgriTech
Seafood Safety and Technology - Press Release
Seafood professionals and those vested in enhancing access and opportunities to and for NY’s aquaculture and seafood industries are welcome to a 2024 Seafood Summit event held at Cornell AgriTech’s in Geneva, NY.
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6th Annual Seafood Summit Hosted By New York Sea Grant
Publications: Success Stories - Extension (2023)
NYSG fosters growth and resilience in NY’s seafood industry through active and positive engagement among the industry’s diverse sectors statewide.
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A Natural Defense for Cold-Smoked Salmon
Research - News
Nisin is an antimicrobial that can be used for controlling Listeria, a harmful bacterium that can contaminate cold-smoked salmon. NYSG-funded investigators have looked at factors that can influence nisin efficacy.
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Guide to Seaweed Processing & Marketing Supports New York’s Emerging Industry
Publications: Success Stories - Extension (2023)
NYSG helps coastal producers adapt to changing environmental, social and political climates through updated practices and novel technologies and products.
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Guides Help Seafood Professionals Build Resilience
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
NYSG, in collaboration with the National Aquaculture Association (NAA), has developed resources to help chefs—and budding entrepreneurs—better understand and take advantage of locally-farmed seafood.
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In Media: A Push to Boost Commercial Fishing, Post-COVID
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
The survey—developed by Suffolk County Dept. of Economic Development & Planning, NYSG, CCE Marine Program, and LI Commercial Fishing Association—will highlight needs of local fishermen to maintain a sustainable industry.
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In Media: Challenges and Opportunities for New York Aquaculture Farmers
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
Aquaculture or aquafarming includes the farming of fish, shellfish as well as aquatic plants and other organisms.
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In Media: Cornell AgriTech Report Cites NY Sea Grant on Seafood Marketing
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
There is a great urgency to understanding the common pain points in the region’s agriculture, processing, and distribution sectors. The hope is that this report will foster regionalization and diversity in our agricultural sector.
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In Media: County Launches Commercial Fishing Survey for Industry Hit Hard By COVID-19
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
The survey —developed in partnership with the Suffolk County Department of Economic Development and Planning, New York Sea Grant, Cornell Cooperative Extension Marine Program, and the Long Island Commercial Fishing Association—is designed to highlight the needs of local fishermen and maintain a sustainable industry.
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May 31, 2025
Press Release
In Media: Legislator Anker Supports Our Local Seafood Industry
Seafood Safety and Technology - Press Release
Suffolk County Legislator Anker presented Certificates of Appreciation to Suffolk County Cornell Cooperative Extension and New York Sea Grant, who hosted the New York Seafood Summit.
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In Media: Long Island Commercial Fishing Survey Launched
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
The survey —developed in partnership with the Suffolk County Department of Economic Development and Planning, New York Sea Grant, Cornell Cooperative Extension Marine Program, and the Long Island Commercial Fishing Association—is designed to highlight the needs of local fishermen and maintain a sustainable industry.
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May 31, 2025
Press Release
In Photos: Lazy Point Farms Concludes Its Third Seaweed Harvest Season
Seafood Safety and Technology - Press Release
This season, the project had the opportunity to work with seven partners from across local government, environmental groups, oyster growers, and small business owners interested in the cultivation, processing, and productization of NY-grown kelp.
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Is Seafood the Way to Thrive Post-COVID-19?
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
A pair of educators offer an appealing idea for students who want to thrive post-COVID-19: It’s all about sustainable, local seafood.
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May 31, 2025
Press Release
Lazy Point Farms Partners with Local Experts to Grow Kelp Industry for New York State
Seafood Safety and Technology - Press Release
Lazy Point Farms has partnered with individuals and institutions across Long Island to grow and harvest the seaweed, sugar kelp, in water bodies on the north and south shores of Long Island to kick start a self-sustaining and local kelp industry.
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Listeria Control Workshop for Seafood Processors
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
New methods for Listeria control in seafood facilities will be showcased at this NYSG-led February '20 workshop, for which registration closes on January 18, 2020.
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Making Your Seafood Safer
New York Coastlines, Summer/Fall 2011
In April 2011, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released the first update in 10 years of its Fish and Fishery Products Hazards and Controls guidance (FDA Hazards Guide) for seafood processors. These changes – which describe appropriate science-based “HACCP” (pronounced hassip), or Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point, controls for various types of seafood products – impact our nation’s $60 billion seafood industry, which employs some 250,000 workers.
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National Aquaculture Association, Sea Grant Talk to Chefs at American Culinary Federation Conference
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
Participation at the show provided the opportunity to talk directly with chefs and chef educators to better understand their perceptions of U.S. aquaculture and discover new ways to work with the culinary community.
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New York Commercial Fishing 2021 Survey Report
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
This report offers an up-to-date profile of the Long Island commercial fishing industry that is meant to assist with evaluating the needs of local fishermen and characterize the harvesting and processing capacity of the industry, support businesses, and people engaged in this livelihood.
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New York Sea Grant Hires First Aquaculture Specialist
Publications: Success Stories - Extension (2021)
New York Sea Grant has hired its first Aquaculture Specialist to develop an extension program in support of the aquaculture industry
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New York Sea Grant To Co-Host Fourth Seafood Summit in New York City
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
Each year at the New York Seafood Summit, NYSG and its partners highlight some of the State's bountiful seafood supply and introduce participants to the delicious, diverse, and versatile seafood’s available locally.
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New York Seafood Incentives Program
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
Seafood retailers are encouraged to register for this program, developed by NYSG and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County with an aim at increasing transparency and access to New York Farmed and Fished seafood products.
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New York Seafood Summit - 2021
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
The goal of the summit is to convene a group of enthusiastic professionals with vested interest in seafood, in order to build active communications between the various sectors of New York's seafood industry.
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New York Seafood Summit - 2022
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
At NYSG’s 6th Annual NY Seafood Summit (March 7-11, 2022), in-person and virtual events focused on Seafood and Health with a regional panel kicking off each in-person event followed by a regional talk by local producer.
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New York Seafood Summit - 2023
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
Stream videos and look through presentations from March 2023’s 7th Annual Summit, which focused on Seafood and Health and included panel discussions on aquaculture, seafood production, and fishing and marketing.
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New York Seafood Summit - 2024
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
Stream videos and look through presentations from February-March 2024’s 8th Annual Summit, which focused on "Access and Opportunities for New York Seafood".
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New York Seaweed Marketing and Processing: NYSG Coordinates Task Force
Publications: Success Stories - Extension (2022)
New York Sea Grant is responding to increasing interest in nutritious blue foods and the emergence of a seaweed industry in New York.
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NY Seafood Summit: NYSG Hosts 5th Annual Event Facilitating Cross-Sector Networking & Collaboration
Publications: Success Stories - Extension (2022)
New York Sea Grant fosters active communication and synergistic collaboration to enhance the resilience and growth of the State’s seafood industry.
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NYSG Develops Seafood Marketing Info, Helps NY Producers Adapt to Changing Economics/Market Demand
Publications: Success Stories - Extension (2021)
New York Sea Grant has drafted 11 novel resource guides to help seafood producers navigate the regulatory framework surrounding seafood production, processing, and sales in New York State
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NYSG Hosts Fourth Annual New York Seafood Summit to Facilitate Cross-Sector Networking
Publications: Success Stories - Extension (2021)
Active communication and synergistic collaborations can enhance resilience and growth in the seafood sector through identification and collective pursuit of common goals
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May 31, 2025
Press Release
NYSG Receives Federal Funding to Enhance the Market for New York Farmed and Fished Seafood
Seafood Safety and Technology - Press Release
The National Sea Grant College Program has awarded NYSG with $200K to carry out a project with partners from Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County’s Marine Program that will enhance the market for New York farmed and fished seafood.
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NYSG Seafood HACCP Internet Training 2019 Course Report
Publications: Success Stories - Extension (2020)
Seafood safety training from NYSG helps ensure the health and safety of seafood consumers in New York State, nationwide, and globally.
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On YouTube: Access to Capital for New York Seafood Businesses
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
Attention Seafood Businesses — Are you interested in exploring new markets and expanding your business? If so, check out the webinar recording below for an introduction to opportunities for accessing capital for New York Seafood Businesses.
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On YouTube: Fish to Dish Education & Internship Program Meets Aquaculture & Seafood Industries’ Need
Publications: Success Stories - Extension (2019)
NYSG programming is beginning to develop the skilled workforce needed to continue the growth and success of New York’s resilient aquaculture and seafood businesses
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On YouTube: Seafood Safety Training Now Available in Spanish
Publications: Success Stories - Extension (2019)
NYSG’s Seafood Safety training helps ensure the health and safety of seafood consumers in New York State, nationwide, and globally
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Sea Grant ‘StriperHub’ to Boost the East Coast Seafood Industry
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
In addition to the StriperHub, New York Sea Grant is leading and/or involved in three additional aquaculture projects from a recent pot of $16 million in federal funds.
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Seafood Safety and Technology
Programs - Research and Extension Initiatives
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In Media, On YouTube: NYSG Gets Funding to Increase Confidence, Demand for U.S. Farm-Raised Seafood
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
The intent is to develop a communications strategy to effectively and cost-efficiently reach the U.S. foodservice industry with a consistent message about U.S. farm-raised seafood and reduce user conflicts by providing science-based information about the U.S. environmental and food safety regulatory framework.
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September 1, 2024
Press Release
On YouTube: NYSG Receives $182,108 to Increase Confidence and Demand for U.S. Farm-Raised Seafood
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
Sea Grant's New York program will lead the development of a flash card series to provide foodservice providers with information about the origins and sustainability of targeted species.
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Seafood Safety and Technology
Staff & Contact Information
Staff & Contact Information: Seafood Safety and Technology
May 23, 2023
Press Release
NYSG Offers Seafood Science and Aquaculture Classroom Curricula
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
NYSG's seafood science and aquaculture curriculum and lesson plans are resources that teachers can use to incorporate the topics into their classroom learning.
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May 23, 2023
Press Release
Informational Cards Inform Seafood Marketgoers about Nutrition, Preparation, and Health
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
This NYSG card series encompasses seafood consumption from dock to dish and is designed to be distributed anywhere fish are sold in New York.
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May 23, 2023
Press Release
New York Sea Grant Hosts Second Seafood Summit in New York City
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
Discussions at this year’s summit include a variety of relevant topics regarding seafood in New York State, such as regulatory hurdles, productive and resilient systems, and seafood safety and quality.
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September 8, 2021
Article
Seafood Safety and Technology
Programs - Other Programs
Seafood Programs - Other Programs
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In Media: Funding helps researchers clam up
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
A collaborative effort to shore up East Coast clam populations is one of the Sea Grant projects that will share $16 million in federal funding from NOAA.
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2019 New York Seafood Summit
Seafood Science & Technology - News
The goal of the summit will be to convene a group of enthusiastic professionals with vested interest in seafood, in order to build active communications between the various sectors of the NY Seafood Industry.
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In Media: SBU Seafood Specialist Guides Interns Through “Fish-to-Dish” Program
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
“This program helps us to meet a serious need in addressing the lack of seafood- and aquaculture- specific education programs,” said Mike Ciaramella, New York Sea Grant‘s Seafood Specialist
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NYSG's Summer 2018 Interns Focus on New York Fish-to-Dish Education
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
Sea Grant supported five summer interns through the "Fish to Dish Internship Program." The aim was to aid in the development of a skilled student workforce capable of advancing and working in the industry in the future.
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March 31, 2021
Press Release
NOAA Awards $9.3 Million to Support Sea Grant Aquaculture Research Nationwide
Seafood Safety and Technology - Press Release
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announces 32 research grants totaling $9.3 million for projects around the country to further develop the nation’s marine and coastal aquaculture industry.
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March 31, 2021
Press Release
Internship Opportunity: New York Fish to Dish Education and Internship Program
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
The summer program, for which applications are due March 12, 2018, will introduce students to an industry with exceptional growth potential and empower students to pursue careers in Seafood Science and Aquaculture.
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November 14, 2019
Press Release
Sea Grant Partners For ChooseLI.org Launch, Encouraging Residents to Support Local Food Businesses
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
Suffolk Analysis Projects Spending Only $17.60 Per Week on Locally Grown Food Could Generate $33 Million in Economic Activity
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New York Sea Grant Catches a New Seafood Safety and Technology Specialist
Seafood Science & Technology - News
Michael Ciaramella, who came to the Sea Grant program in August 2015, brings new energy to New York’s already innovative seafood safety program.
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Sea Grant-ers and Industry Specialists Invited for Spring 2016 Great Lakes Regional Seafood Workshop
Seafood Science & Technology - News
Limited registration is open for four-day regional workshop; Event marked as first objective under a new three-year NOAA / Sea Grant "Aquaculture and Fish Technology" initiative that includes other training and education programs throughout the U.S.
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Seafood Eat Food Workshop: Sea Grant’s Response to a Rise in Consumer Engagement
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
NYSG's education efforts target an upcoming generation of seafood consumers who value locally grown and healthful food.
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November 14, 2019
Article
Seafood Safety and Technology
Resources - Northeast Regional: Publications
Features links to publications produced by Sea Grant Programs throughout the Northeast region that focus on seafood training and education.
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September 18, 2018
Article
Seafood Safety and Technology
Resources - Northeast Regional: Workshops & Courses
Features details on seafood training and education workshops and courses offered through Sea Grant Programs within the Northeast region.
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Seafood Safety and Technology
Resources - NY Seafood
Links to NYSG's related seafood sites
Seafood Safety and Technology
Programs - Listeria Controls for Ready-to-Eat (RTE) Seafood
Seafood Programs - Listeria Controls for Ready-to-Eat (RTE) Seafood
Making Your Seafood Safer - Web Extras
New York Coastlines, Summer/Fall 2011
“The National Seafood HACCP Alliance’s training program has been a great partnership between the National Sea Grant network, federal and state regulatory agencies, and the seafood industry,” says NYSG Seafood Specialist Ken Gall, a trainer and guest seminar speaker for many years on the topic of Seafood HACCP for organizations such as the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets.
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October 24, 2012
Press Release
Seafood is Healthy Food, Researchers Say
Seafood Safety and Technology - News
Ken Gall, a seafood technology specialist with the New York Sea Grant Program and Cornell University, notes that 30 years of studies have found links between eating seafood and reductions in a host of health problems.
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Seafood Health Facts Web site
New York Coastlines, Winter 2012
NYSG's seafood specialist is the primary content developer for a new Web site aimed at helping consumers weigh the benefits against possible risks of eating seafood.
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October 4, 2011
Press Release
NYSG Develops Seafood Health Facts Web Site
Seafood Science & Technology - Press Release
The site is aimed at helping consumers weigh the benefits against possible risks of eating seafood. NYSG and other organizers hope the site will help clear up many of the myths surrounding seafood.
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Online Training Ensures Seafood Safety
New York Coastlines, Summer 2010
NYSG conducts on-site and distance education training programs and workshops to assist the seafood industry in its pursuit of freshness and quality.
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Sea Grant & HACCP: Safe Seafood Prevents Illness, Saves Millions
Seafood Science & Technology - News
The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services estimates that the seafood HACCP program has prevented 20-60,000 seafood-related illnesses a year, translating into savings of about $155 million annually.
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February 19, 2008
Press Release
NYSG's Ken Gall wins Seafood Science Award
Seafood Safety and Technology - Press Release
NYSG seafood specialist Ken Gall is the 2007 recipient of the prestigious Earl P. McFee Award in recognition of his experience in delivering vital scientific information to the seafood industry and helping to ensure the safety of seafood products.
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