Avoiding Ammonia and Nitrite Toxicity in Hybrid Striped Bass Hatcheries and Ponds.
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by Harry Daniels | Publication # UNC-SG-BP-00-03 | Pages: 4 |
provides information on managing toxicity levels in hybrid striped bass aquaculture. Includes useful charts, tables and tips.
Building and Using Crab Pounds to Catch Peelers
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by Bob Hines | Publication # UNC-SG-BP-91-01 | Pages: 4 |
describes how to construct and use crab pounds to catch pre-molt crabs.
Circle Hook Offshore (DVD)
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by NC Sea Grant | Publication # UNC-SG-06-03 |
provides information about the hook and how to rig.
Circle Hooks: A Way to Reduce Injury and Mortality in Grouper?
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by Jeffrey Buckel | Publication # UNC-SG-BP-04-02 | Pages: 4 |
based on a NC Fishery Resource Grant (FRG) project, this Blueprint compares post-release injury and mortality of undersized fish caught using a circle hook versus a J-hook. The study targeted grouper in shallow, near-shore waters.
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Closed Blue Crab Shedding Systems: Understanding Water Quality
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by Marc Turano | Publication # UNC-SG-07-04 | Pages: 12 |
gives an overview of closed recirculating systems for harvesting peeler crabs, explaining ph and alkalinity, proper system design, and dissolved oxygen, nitrogenous wastes, ammonia, and nitrite interactions. Emphasizes importance of maintaining water quality and avoiding "shock loading."
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Closed Crab Shedding System: Quick Reference Guide
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by Marc Turano | Publication # UNC-SG-02-01 | Pages: 2 |
is a synthesis of important facts needed to start up and maintain a shedding system.
Effluents from Hybrid Striped Bass Ponds
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by Harry Daniels | Publication # UNC-SG-BP-05-01 | Pages: 2 |
explains the need for planned releases of effluent during the life cycle of hybrid striped bass, a popular fish for aquaculture in eastern North Carolina. Effluent released from aquaculture facilities often raises the concern of neighboring property owners.
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Farming a New Fish: Hybrid Striped Bass (manual)
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by Ronald G. Hodson | Publication # UNC-SG-95-10-M | Pages: 48 |
describes how to collect broodstock, cross-fertilize the eggs, manage the larvae and tend the fingerlings. Also includes information about feed, disease, pond structure, equipment, marketing and economics.
Fishery Resource Grant Program: Abstracts of Completed Projects 1995-1997
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Publication # UNC-SG-03-01A |
provides overviews of research in this innovative program that develops research projects based on ideas from those in the fishing industry. Lists projects from 1995-1997.
Fishery Resource Grant Program: Abstracts of Completed Projects 1998-2001
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Publication # UNC-SG-03-01B |
provides overviews of research in this innovative program that develops research projects based on ideas from those in the fishing industry. Lists projects from 1998-2001.
Fishing for Good Ideas: Writing a Fishery Resource Grant
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by Barry Nash | Publication # UNC-SG-BP-00-04 | Pages: 4 |
gives a step-by-step guide to applying for a grant to improve fisheries gear or equipment, aquaculture or seafood technology.
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Flounder Aquaculture and Stock Enhancement in North Carolina: Issues, Opportunities and Recommendations
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by Elizabeth B. Waters | Publication # UNC-SG-99-02 | Pages: 24 |
explores the status of the flounder fishery and identifies issues and opportunities involved in pursuing flounder aquaculture and stock enhancement.
Fresh, Local is Preferred: Ensuring the Quality of Wild-Caught Shrimp
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by Barry Nash, Scott Baker, Bob Hines | Publication # UNC-SG-BP-08-02 |
Pages: 4 |
is based on results of comparative sensory evaluations conducted by scientists at NCSU's Sensory Service Center that show consumers' preference for wild-caught shrimp over farm-raised shrimp.
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Improved Flow-Through Shedding Using Sand Filtration
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by Wayne Wescott | Publication # UNC-SG-BP-91-02 | Pages: 4 |
describes how to install a swimming pool filter to remove suspended sand, silt and debris from the water of flow-through shedding systems for blue crabs.
Improving Production of Hybrid Striped Bass Fingerlings Through Better Feeding Practices
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by Harry Daniels | Publication # UNC-SG-BP-00-02 | Pages: 4 |
compares various options and outlines optimum feeding regime for profitability of fingerlings production.
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North Carolina Fisheries Forum (2009)
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by NC Sea Grant | Publication # UNC-SG-09-01 |
Pages: 10 |
A summary report from the annual NC Fisheries Forum held March 17, 2009 at the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center in New Bern. This forum was convened to provide the latest information on fisheries planning/management issues, and to present findings from research projects funded by the NC Fishery Resource Grant and NC Blue Crab Research programs. Both plans were esatablished by the NC General Assembly and are administered by NC Sea Grant.
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North Carolina Sea Grant Annual Report 2001
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by N.C. Sea Grant | Publication # UNC-SG-01-16A |
includes summaries of Sea Grant projects.
North Carolina Sea Grant Annual Report 2002
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by N.C. Sea Grant | Publication # UNC-SG-02-09 |
includes summaries of Sea Grant projects.
North Carolina Sea Grant Implementation Plan 2002-2004
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by N.C. Sea Grant | Publication # UNC-SG-01-16B |
includes new projects selected for funding.
North Carolina Sea Grant: Coastal Science Serving North Carolina
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by N.C. Sea Grant | Publication # UNC-SG-03-05 | Pages: 4 |
this brochure briefly describes how through research, education and outreach programs, NC Sea Grant works with individuals, groups, government agencies and businesses to develop an understanding of the state's coastal environment and promote the sustainable use of marine resources.
Reducing Peeler and Soft Crab Mortality: From Harvesting to Delivery
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by Wayne Wescott | Publication # UNC-SG-02-02 | Pages: 2 |
This companion piece to the "Closed Crab Shedding System: Quick Reference Guide" coaches the operator on molting cycles; mortality rates; gear; and handling tips to reduce mortality.
Selecting an Aquaculture Site in North Carolina
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by N.C. Sea Grant | Publication # UNC-SG-BP-81-4 | Pages: 4 |
provides a checklist of items that may affect aquaculture site selections.
Shedding Soft Crabs in a Closed Well-Water System
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by Wayne Wescott | Publication # UNC-SG-BP-88-01 | Pages: 4 |
describes how to build and set up a system for shedding crabs in temperature-controlled well water.
Shellfish 4 Us: Backyard Shellfish Gardening
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by Skip Kemp | Publication # UNC-SG-BP-02-01 | Pages: 4 |
is a how-to guide for waterfront residents in North Carolina who want to grow clams and oysters along their shorelines.
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Under Dock Oyster Culture Manual
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by Steve Rebach | Publication # UNC-SG-05-06A | Pages: 21 |
is an educational manual which is part of the Under Dock Oyster Culture Program, developed by the N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries with assistance from North Carolina Sea Grant. The manual explains the oyster life cycle, growing areas and highlights other oyster resources.
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Using Grass Carp to Control Aquatic Weed Vegetation
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by Ronald Hodson | Publication # UNC-SG-BP-86-1 | Pages: 4 |
outlines the use of carp to reduce pond vegetation such as hydrilla, widgeongrass, coontail and duckweed. It offers tips for stocking sizes and rates and regulations.
White-Belly Crabs: Possible Solutions to Waste in the Blue Crab Fishery
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by Marc Turano | Publication # UNC-SG-BP-04-01 | Pages: 4 |
highlights possible methods to enhance profits related to newly shed blue crabs (white bellies) harvested in the blue crab fishery.