Project abstract purpose: this project seeks to strengthen north carolinas shellfish mariculture industry by addressing key challenges that limit its expansion and economic potential
Active Cooperative Agreement Awarded Last action
- Award ID
- NA25OARX417C0248
- Recipient
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North Carolina Coastal Federation, Inc. UEI DEEKQ6L3VTD7
- Awarding agency
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Department of Commerce
- Obligated
- $1,587,418
Award facts
- Assistance listing
- 11.417 Sea Grant Support
- Completion date 39% complete
- Funding
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- $1,058,278.00 Federal
- $529,140.00 Non-federal
- Place of performance
- Newport, NC 28570, USA
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Description
- Activities
- 1. Update the shellfish mariculture strategic plan: conduct participatory GIS mapping with key stakeholders to identify and resolve siting conflicts in public waters, ensuring the continued availability of suitable growing areas for shellfish farms. 2. Develop a sustainable seed supply strategy: assess industry demand, evaluate hatchery capacity, and create a strategic plan for producing north carolina-specific oyster seed at a commercial scale. 3. Operationalize the shellfish mariculture hub: launch and manage the states first dedicated mariculture logistics hub in carteret county. This facility will offer waterfront access, storage, refrigeration, and distribution services to reduce overhead costs and improve market access for shellfish growers. 4. Expand the north carolina oyster trail: promote shellfish businesses through tourism and outreach, increasing consumer demand and supporting direct sales for growers.
- Expected outcomes
- Streamlined and conflict-free siting process to protect and expand access to coastal growing waters. Reliable, in-state oyster seed production capacity to support continued industry expansion. A fully functional, cost-efficient shellfish mariculture hub that improves supply chain logistics and reduces operational barriers for growers. Increased consumer demand for north carolina farmed shellfish, supporting business revenue growth and regional economic development. A replicable business and infrastructure model for expanding shellfish mariculture support facilities in other areas of the state.
- Intended beneficiaries
- Shellfish growers will gain improved access to growing sites, seed supply, and critical infrastructure to lower costs and grow their businesses. Local and regional economies will benefit from job creation, increased seafood production, and enhanced tourism revenue. State agencies and decision-makers will receive data-driven tools to inform mariculture policy and resource management. North carolina consumers and retailers will benefit from greater access to high-quality, locally farmed shellfish products.
- Subrecipient activities
- North carolina sea grant will lead stakeholder engagement, strategic plan updates, mapping exercises, and outreach efforts, including the expansion of the north carolina oyster trail and development of communication materials to promote the industry.
Transactions
| Action | Federal | Non-federal | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amendment | $0 | $0 | |
| Amendment | $529,139 | $264,570 | |
| Original award | $529,139 | $264,570 |
Quick answers
Who received award NA25OARX417C0248?
NA25OARX417C0248 was awarded to North Carolina Coastal Federation, Inc. by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (Department of Commerce) on September 1, 2025.
How much is award NA25OARX417C0248 worth?
$1,587,418 has been obligated on NA25OARX417C0248: $1,058,278 in federal funding and $529,140 in non-federal funding.
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