Aquaculture

The CDFW Aquaculture Program oversees California’s diverse aquaculture industry. Through policies and regulations, CDFW and the Fish and Game Commission balance the protection of natural resources and the development of sustainable commercial aquaculture.

Programmatic EIR for Marine Aquaculture

Aquaculture Registration Process Information

References and Permit Applications

Leases

Regulations, Guidelines and Permit Applications

Regulations Governing Marine Aquaculture (PDF)
Aquaculture in Inland Waters of California (Leaflet No. 35 - PDF)
Collection of Wild Broodstock for Use in Aquaculture (Leaflet No. 40 - PDF)
- Application for Wild Broodstock Collection Permit (FG 794 - PDF Form)
Draft Guidelines to Reduce the Risk of Quagga/Zebra Mussels in California Aquaculture (low-resolution PDF)
Importation of Live Aquatic Plants, Invertebrates, Fish, Amphibians and Reptiles (Leaflet No. 36 - PDF)
- Application for Standard or Long-term Importation Permit (PDF Form)
Regulations Governing Take, Sale or Transport of Crayfish For Commercial Purposes (Leaflet No. 31 - PDF)
Farm Fish Pond Management in California (Leaflet No. 23 - PDF)
Regulations Governing Capture, Possession, Transportation, and Sale of Live Freshwater Fish for Bait (Leaflet No. 7 - PDF)
Regulations Governing Private Stocking of Aquatic Plants and Animals (Non-Commercial) (Leaflet No. 6 - PDF)
- Application for Private Stocking Permit (PDF Form)

Marine Region Aquaculture
Shellfish Health Laboratory
Permit Guide to Aquaculture in CA
(a reference tool for all aquaculture in CA)

State Aquaculture Coordinator
(916) 445-2008
Aquaculturecoord@wildlife.ca.gov

Meetings

Shellfish Aquaculture
Best Management Practices

Discussion Meeting
October 25, 2018; 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Central Library
211 E Street
Santa Rosa, CA
Discussion Meeting
May 29, 2018
Harbor Marine Ctr Classroom
Santa Barbara, CA
Discussion Meeting
July 17, 2017 Marconi Conference Center Marshall, CA
Aquaculture Disease Committee
Committee Meeting (teleconference)
June 4, 2019 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
- Agenda (PDF)

Aquaculturists

List of Aquaculturists (PDF) with locations and products sold (limited to those who elected to be listed)

Aquaculture Matters

Explore the exciting world of California aquaculture through industry profiles, community stories, upcoming events, and stunning photos at Aquaculture Matters.