With a $750,000 NOAA Sea Grant, NEAq and RWU lead initiative to catalyze sustainable breeding and raise awareness of aquaculture among public and commercial fishermen.
Delivering $1.6M to RWU for shellfish aquaculture, the Senators partner with Â鶹´«Ã½AV to develop smart strategies and direct support to make shellfish farms stronger and more productive and help new shellfish aquaculture businesses start up across the Ocean State.
The funding will support workforce and professional development opportunities for low-to-moderate-income East Providence adults who will enroll in certification coursework through RWU.