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AquacultureLincoln University has taken a leadership role for aquaculture in the state of Missouri. Among Missouri’s universities, Lincoln has the most aquaculture facilities; the best equipped and supported aquaculture research program; and the only academic program in aquaculture. Lincoln Universtiy's aim is to establish a research and development center addressing the statewide aquaculture opportunities and problems.
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Missouri entrepreneurs are seeking opportunities in the aquaculture area for the follow reasons:
- Aquaculture is the fastest growing segment of the U.S. agricultural industry. Missouri is one of the leading aquaculture states in the Midwest. An increasing job market is developing in this area.
- Wild fisheries are declining and becoming contaminated while demand for aquaculture products are increasing. Per capital consumption of seafood in the U.S. has risen to 16.3 lbs per person.
- Seafood demand is met currently by importing aquaculture products from other countries. The seafood trade deficit is $8 billion.
- Numerous small impoundments exist on nearly every farm. Groundwater is plentiful. The movement to buy local is increasing the market for Missouri producers. Small farmers can cash in on the often under-utilized aquaculture area to create market niches to increase income opportunities.
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Contact Information:
Lincoln University Cooperative Research
107 Foster Hall Jefferson City, MO 65102-0029 Telephone: (573) 681-5380 Fax: (573) 681-5955
E-mail: Mr. Charles Hicks hicksc@lincolnu.edu
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Minor in Aquaculture
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