Aquaculture Science

Over the past 20 years, DFO has conducted research on a wide range of aquaculture related areas. This research provides a sound science and technology base for the department’s management of the marine resource and for innovations within the aquaculture industry.

During this time, DFO scientists have pioneered many areas of research, and have been recognized for significant findings in fish health, biotechnology, genetics and marine ecosystems interactions. Read more general information about DFO aquaculture research and facilities in our Factsheet Series.

In this section, you will find information on:

• Center for Aquaculture and Environmental Research
• Pacific Biological Station
• Molecular Genetics Laboratory
• Sustainable Aquaculture Research in British Columbia (Presentation, November 2006)
• Aquaculture Update Series
• Atlantic Salmon Watch Program
• Aquatic Animal Health
• Biotechnology and Genetics
  • Fish Diseases
  • Molecular Genetics
  • Stock Identification
• Fish Culture
  • Fish Nutrition
  • Incubation and Water Quality
  • Marine Fish Aquaculture
• Fish Health
  • Fish Health Protection
  • Salmon Disease Control and Surveys
  • Research and Diagnostics
  • Transplants
  • Marine Algae (Phytoplankton)
• Geoduck clam (Panopea abrupta): Anatomy, Histology, Development, Pathology, Parasites and Symbionts
• Pink Salmon / Sea Lice Monitoring
• Shellfish Infectious Diseases and Parasites