The National Sea Grant Law Center’s mission is to encourage a well-informed constituency by providing legal information and analysis to the Sea Grant Community, policy-makers, and the general public through a variety of products and services. Sea Grant is a leader in developing innovative technologies for all sectors of the seafood industry, including aquaculture, seafood processing and food safety. Research and extension efforts are focused on ensuring a safe and sustainable supply of seafood products for current and future generations. The National Sea Grant Law Center supports Sea Grant’s mission by providing legal research, outreach, and education on aquaculture issues such as leasing and permitting, marketing and direct sales, and food safety. On specific projects, the National Sea Grant Law Center also works directly with relevant state regulators on its research, outreach, and education activities.
The presentation will provide an overview of the National Sea Grant Law Center at the University of Mississippi School of Law and the legal research and extension services provided to the aquaculture community through the Sea Grant network. This presentation will also share details for several ongoing projects related to seaweed food safety, state aquaculture policies, and direct seafood sales.