Fortunately, Harbor Branch is home to very advanced live feed production facilities. We grow several species of microalgae in our laboratory. The principal species cultured is a Tahitian strain or clone of Isochrysis galbana. We also culture the diatoms Chaetoceros gracilis and Thalasiossira weissflogii to supplement the diet for the clams raised in our nursery and hatchery. The laboratory sells microalage to local hatcheries and other institutions.
Water quality is an important issue for aquaculturists especially during site selection.
For more information on water quality testing and bioassays contact Dr. John Scarpa . If you have any questions or suggestions about this page or about any of our aquaculture programs, please send us an e- mail. We will be happy to answer it as soon as we can.