Estimates
of U. S. aquaculture production are based on data (in thousands)
released by NOAA Fisheries. Finfish includes baitfish, catfish, salmon,
striped bass, tilapia and trout. The species included under shellfish
are clams, crawfish, mussels, oysters and shrimp. Miscellaneous
species include ornamental fish, alligators, algae, aquatic plants,
eels, scallops and others.
For further information, contact: Dr. Ben Posadas, Associate R/E Professor of Economics