NOAA releases aquaculture draft policy

NOAA releases aquaculture draft policy
Washington (UPI) Feb 9, 2011 - The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has released a draft policy on aquaculture in U.S. waters, saying it balances economics and the environment. After crude oil and natural gas, seafood is the third-largest contributor to the U.S. trade deficit as the country imports about $9 billion worth each year, AAAS ScienceMag.org reported Wednesday. Hoping to foster the gro ... more

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