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.

Aquaculture Program Report to the Legislature (2022) (PDF)

Aquaculture Registration Process

• Aquaculture Registration (PDF)
• Aquaculture Registration Application Form (PDF)
• Licensing details for Aquaculture Registration

References and Permit Applications

• Permit Guide to Aquaculture in CA(opens in new tab)
    (a reference tool for all aquaculture in CA)
• Aquaculture Information Report (AIR) (PDF)(opens in new tab)
    (Status of Commercial Marine Aquaculture in CA, May 2020)
• Shellfish Health Laboratory

Meetings

• Fish and Game Commission Meeting
  Date: June 19-20, 2024
  Time: 9:00 AM (Wednesday)
  Time: 8:30 AM (Thursday)
• Location:
  Mountainside Conference Center
  Conference Room 4
  10001 Minaret Road
  Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
  
  • Agenda (PDF)(opens in new tab)
  • Meeting Documents (PDF)(opens in new tab)
  • How to Join the Meeting (PDF)(opens in new tab)
• Marine Resources Committee
  Date: July 17-18, 2024
  Time: TBD
• Location
  Santa Rosa 
  
  • Agenda

Aquaculturists

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

Aquaculture Matters Blog

Explore the exciting world of California aquaculture through industry profiles, community stories, upcoming events, and stunning photos at Aquaculture Matters(opens in new tab).