To assist Alaskan mariculturists in taking advantage of the most up to date technology and husbandry practices, Alaska Sea Grant is accepting applications from farmers for travel funding to visit mariculture operations elsewhere. This funding is available for travel within the state of Alaska and nationally. Along with bringing information to the state of Alaska, this program seeks to build awareness of the Alaskan mariculture brand by encouraging reciprocal knowledge exchange from Alaskan industry members to other regions.

Applications for up to $3,500 per farmer per calendar year will be considered. This figure the estimated cost of a trip for one person for a weeklong visit to another farming region in the continental US, including airfare, car rental, lodging, and per diem.

This Request for Proposals (RFP) is funded through the AMC Workforce Development Component Project. To discuss proposal ideas or issues contact Alaska Sea Grant Shellfish Mariculture Specialist James Crimp (jcrimp@alaska.edu).