The Maryland Shellfish Growers Network is pleased to host the 2024 Maryland Shellfish Aquaculture Conference. Join us to learn the latest about the shellfish aquaculture industry from growers, scientists, managers, and industry leaders.  

This year, we are excited to offer a discounted registration rate for aquaculture industry members, with the goal of maximizing opportunities for networking and information sharing. Please select the “Industry Member” ticket at registration to receive the discounted rate. 

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Conference Program

8:00 a.m.   Registration opens

8:30 a.m.   Welcome & Opening Remarks

8:45 a.m.   2024 Year in Review

10:00 a.m. Break

10:15 a.m. Opportunities of Restorative Aquaculture

11:15 a.m. Substrate Alternatives for Progress

12:15 p.m. Lunch (provided with registration)

1:30 p.m.   Producers Panel: Industry Voices

2:30 p.m.   Advanced Technology for Future Production

3:15 p.m.   Closing Remarks

3:45 p.m.   Adjourn

Conference agenda is subject to change.

Session Descriptions

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