Applied Shellfish Farming
AT A GLANCE
Applied Shellfish Farming will provide students with the technical background needed to confidently undertake or work within a small shellfish farming enterprise in Southern New England. Topics in the course include an overview of shellfish farming, shellfish biology, farm site selection, the permitting process, and regulatory aspects of securing and maintaining a lease. Additionally, the course covers an overview of shellfish nursery and grow-out systems, risk management strategies, other technical aspects of shellfish farming, and business and marketing management advice. Upon completion of this course, students will have a firm understanding of shellfish biology and develop the technical knowledge about operating a shellfish business in New England.
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Applied Shellfish Farming
Topics include:
- Overview of shellfish farming
- Shellfish biology
- Site selection for farms
- Permitting process
- Regulatory aspects of securing a lease
- Overview of shellfish nursery and grow-out systems
- Risk management strategies
- Technical aspects of shellfish farming
- Business and marketing management advice from a variety of guest lecturers who are professionals in their fields
Applied Shellfish Farming
Format
In-Person (Bristol Campus or Zoom)
Schedule
January 27-May 5, 2026
Tuesdays evenings from 6:30-9:30 pm
Cost
$175
Apply By
January 20, 2026
