We’re charting a responsible path forward for open ocean aquaculture in the U.S.
The Coalition for Sustainable Aquaculture (CSA)
We are a partnership of environmental advocates, industry leaders, and award-winning chefs dedicated to growing sustainable aquaculture in the U.S. that equitably benefits people and communities—all while protecting the environment.
More than ever, Americans want the seafood on their plates to be locally and sustainably harvested. Wild-caught fish alone can’t meet the demand. The U.S. imports as much as 90% of the seafood we consume, and half of that is farmed. Developing offshore aquaculture in the U.S. can help meet the growing demand for seafood, but we must consider the risks and follow the science. Let’s grow it here and do it right.
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Member Organizations
Our members are committed to making sure Americans have access to responsible, sustainable, locally sourced seafood. They know that if we do it right, open ocean aquaculture in U.S. waters can complement wild-caught fisheries and put additional sustainably sourced, nutritious, U.S. seafood in our grocery stores, restaurants, farmers’ markets, and homes—while creating much-needed jobs in coastal communities.
Individual Members
As fishermen, seafood farmers, chefs, and future leaders, we know what a difference locally sourced seafood can make to our communities. By expanding the seafood farming industry, we can create more jobs in our communities and expand access to high-quality, local, sustainable seafood. It’s a win-win.
Meet Our MembersGrow it here, do it right.
Currently, the U.S. lacks a comprehensive, federal regulatory framework for a sustainable, equitable offshore farming industry. CSA advocates for a science-based, stakeholder-led approach to establishing the needed strong standards, that include:
Government studies
Government studies and research in the field to address knowledge gap and determine best practices
A strong regulatory framework
A strong regulatory framework to ensure open ocean aquaculture is safe, sustainable, equitable, and based on scientific evidence
Creating opportunities
Creating opportunities for historically disadvantaged and excluded communities to access and benefit from the new industry
Updates
Aquaculture Coalition Grows as it Urges Congress to Support Investment in Research to Boost U.S. Seafood Production
Members from a broad range of constituencies want to boost U.S. seafood competitiveness through science-based, sustainable open ocean aquaculture. (WASHINGTON–June 24, 2025) The Coalition for Sustainable Aquaculture (CSA) is visiting Capitol Hill this week to urge lawmakers to support growing healthy, sustainable seafood in open ocean waters in the United States. Consumers increasingly demand…
Read More The Fish SiteNew push for offshore aquaculture in the United States
The Coalition for Sustainable Aquaculture (CSA) is visiting Capitol Hill in Washington D.C. this week to urge lawmakers to support the development of aquaculture in the United States’ open ocean waters. This visit follows a recent letter from another coalition to Congress, also urging investment in sustainable offshore aquaculture. Consumers are increasingly demanding high-quality local seafood, yet the United…
Read More The Star DemocratEastern Shore resident advocates for sustainable seafood on Capitol Hill
Oyster farmer Imani Black has stepped off the boat and onto Capitol Hill with 21 members of the Coalition for Sustainable Aquaculture to urge lawmakers to support sustainable seafood in American open ocean waters. The coalition is familiar with the suits, high heels and high rotunda ceiling on the Hill after consistently supporting science-based, inclusive…
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