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Researchers develop low-tech recirculating culture system for quahog clams
One shellfish species commonly raised in the northeastern United States is the quahog or hard clam (Mercenaria mercenaria).
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Offshore mussel culture
With limited space and carrying capacities available in inshore areas, aquaculture operations are looking into offshore longline mussel aquaculture. In New England, USA, researchers are striving to increase production efficiency and perfect techniques related to mussel socking and eradication of tunicates.