California Sea Grant wishes everyone a wonderful holiday season!

Last week, California Sea Grant hosted a 2-day seafood HACCP training in San Diego led by instructor David Rosson. The course brought together 24 participants from commercial fishing, local seafood retail and nonprofits to build practical food safety plans for local seafood.

We are excited to welcome 19 recipients into the 2026 California Sea Grant State Fellowship! Learn more about the cohort here: https://caseagrant.ucsd.edu/news/california-sea-grant-welcomes-2026-state-fellowship-cohort #CASeaGrant #Fellowship

Our “Seas the Connection” student mixer kicked off the 106th Western Society of Naturalists meeting, sparking conversations and supporting the next generation of marine scientists. 🌊✨ Read the full article for the highlights: https://bit.ly/48FvkfX

Thank you for supporting California Sea Grant!

Maybe you think an #oyster is just an oyster. But the industry pays attention not just to species but “lineages.” Learn more here: https://caseagrant.ucsd.edu/news/good-data-unexpected-solutions #MarineScience #CaliforniaCoast #SustainableSeafood #Aquaculture #CASeaGrant #CaliforniaSeaGrant

Countless people work behind the scenes to protect our fisheries. Today we honor the researchers, fishermen and coastal stewards who help keep California’s fisheries healthy and resilient. Thank you for all you do.🐟🩵 #CASeaGrant #worldfisheriesday #sustainablefisheries

Our very own Tanya Torres gave a fantastic marine biology seminar last week at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography on her experiences working at California Sea Grant. #CASeaGrant #Scripps #MarineBiology

Free 2-day Fishing First Aid Safety Training (FFAST) Sunday, November 23-24 for commercial fishermen! Registration is required in advance, limited to 12 students total. Register today at https://caseagrant.ucsd.edu/events/fishing-first-aid-safety-training-ffast-bodega-bay-ca-november-23-24-2025

Honored to join the 2025 Marine Debris Leadership Academy with Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve, a part of a tri-national effort to address the cross-border pollution crisis. Learn more about the Academy at https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/fcc36052f9b340ff83c1d5ad356418bd

We're excited to welcome Dr. Tara Pozzi as a new Extension Specialist in a shared position with the Delta Stewardship Council! She'll lead efforts to advance social science research & community engagement in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta region. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/47mfIxd

The California Sea Grant team had a blast at the @caseaweedfestival.bsky.social! Co-founder Simona Augyte moderated a panel, Emily Miller gave a cooking demo featuring poke and ogo, and Ashleigh Palinkas represented our team at the table. Amazing event and can't wait for next year! #SeaweedFestival

Check out this Stanford Report article (http://bit.ly/4nHUiSf) to learn about California Sea Grant-funded researcher Matthew Savoca's efforts to track how microplastics move from land to sea and into marine animals 🐋 #caseagrant #microplastics #bluewhales #research

Our Extension Director Luke Gardner and Coastal Mendocino Fellow Jami Miller gave fantastic talks at North Coast Kelp Fest! Jami shared insights on the Blue Economy Visioning, Resiliency, and Implementation Plan, while Luke wrapped up the weekend with a session on urchin ranching at the Noyo Center.

"We come from different places and work in different sectors, but we’ve seen what Sea Grant makes possible. We’ve built businesses, trained crews, partnered with researchers, and helped protect lives and livelihoods because this program exists." Read the full op-ed at http://bit.ly/4gMRqR4

"We come from different places and work in different sectors, but we’ve seen what Sea Grant makes possible. We’ve built businesses, trained crews, partnered with researchers, and helped protect lives and livelihoods because this program exists." Read more: http://bit.ly/4gMRqR4

A former anthropologist turned marine scientist, Staff Research Associate Ashleigh Palinkas proves that community connection is as vital as science in ocean conservation. Learn more about her work at https://caseagrant.ucsd.edu/news/human-element #MarineScience #CASeaGrant

Scientists can now read a shark's entire life story through its eyes! California Sea Grant funded research shows that shark eye lenses reveal where they've been and what they've eaten from birth to death. Read more at https://caseagrant.ucsd.edu/news/shark-eyes-tell-tales #shark #caseagrant

Program Coordinator Tanya Torres and Hawaii Sea Grant’s Sara Kahanamoku spent CA Coastal Cleanup Day in Dana Point Harbor with partner Stand Up To Trash. They helped host the cleanup event, where 230 people helped removed 141 lbs of trash in 1.5 hours 🌊 🚯

Today, we celebrate International Day of Peace. Wishing peace for our planet and all who call it home. 🕊️ #InternationalDayOfPeace #PeaceDay

The little pockets of people who know the Pismo clam consider it an icon. But for Marissa Bills, the species offered a reminder: There are a whole lot of species that have been overlooked, waiting for scientists to dig in. Read more at https://caseagrant.ucsd.edu/news/clams-tiktok #clams #caseagrant

Postdocs are the future of research, and we are thrilled to be able to support them. Keep an eye out for future postdoctoral opportunities at California Sea Grant by visiting https://caseagrant.ucsd.edu/funding

Exciting news! San Diego Seafood: Then and Now just won the 2025 NYC Big Book Award for Book Interior Design! Huge thanks to Riley Davenport, Chris Rov Costa, and the amazing team of artists, photographers & chefs that brought this book to life. And thank you to Neva Sullaway for the nomination! 🎉

New California Sea Grant research reveals how coastal regions can break down institutional silos and coordinate sea-level rise planning more strategically and cohesively. Read the full story here: caseagrant.ucsd.edu/news/new-res...

Congratulations to California Sea Grant Extension Specialist and California Cooperative Oceanic Fisheries Investigations (CalCOFI) Coordinator Erin Satterthwaite, who recently received the Young Alumni Achievement Award from @juniatacollege.bsky.social! Learn more caseagrant.ucsd.edu/news/erin-sa...

Don't forget! Applications close this Wednesday, August 27, for the 2025 Delta Independent Science Board Postdoctoral Scholar position. Learn more and apply at caseagrant.ucsd.edu/about/jobs-o...

Last week, our Aquaculture Extension Specialist, Simona Augyte, gave a tour of the @scrippsocean.bsky.social #aquaculture facilities to the Blue Carbon Ambassadors group from @earthecho.bsky.social International, helping them to develop their own aquaculture projects.

California Sea Grant is excited to announce two important additions to its admin leadership team! Herminia Robles has been promoted to Chief Administrative Officer and Brenda Charuwatsuntorn has joined as Research Administration Supervisor with the Fiscal Team. caseagrant.ucsd.edu/news/califor...

Aug 18-20, California Sea Grant is partnering with the Alaska Marine Safety Education Association to offer free Fishing First Aid Safety Training & Drill Conductor Training in Santa Barbara, CA. Registration is required in advance as space is limited. So please register early at www.amsea.org !

In any year, the Knauss Fellowship can be intense, throwing students into the complexities of the federal government. But despite unexpected challenges, the fellows are finding inspiration in their roles while learning the inner workings of government. caseagrant.ucsd.edu/news/weve-do...

This #PlasticFreeJuly test your knowledge of #plastics by taking our quiz! bit.ly/CASGPlasticQuiz

Your grandparents had microplastics in their bodies. So did your parents. And so do you. How do we know? @nhm.org scientists found microplastics in fish all the way back to 1956. Read the full story at caseagrant.ucsd.edu/news/fish-ti... #PlasticFreeJuly #Microplastics #Plastic

Wishing everyone a happy and safe 4th of July!

Last month, our 2025 California Sea Grant State Fellows gathered for their annual meeting, featuring workshops, networking, and site visits to support their careers in coastal and marine policy. Check out a quick recap video of the event! #CaliforniaSeaGrant #SeaGrant #Fellowship

Join us this Saturday for the San Diego Seafood: Then & Now - Book Celebration! Saturday, June 14 10 AM – 12 PM Tuna Harbor Dockside Market, 598 Harbor Ln, San Diego, CA 92101 Stop by for a book signing and sale, touch table, fresh seafood tastings, and more! #SanDiegoSeafood #EatLocal #SeaGrant

🐟 How is fish farming impacting the tuna industry and the future of bluefin tuna? San Diego Magazine caught up with Luke Gardner, an aquaculture expert with Scripps Oceanography and @caseagrant.bsky.social, to learn more about these coveted creatures. ⬇️

Don't forget! Applications for the 2026 California Sea Grant State Fellowship Program are due June 13, 2025. Apply today by visiting caseagrant.ucsd.edu/funding/2026...

At the tail end of a whirlwind year, California Sea Grant’s two 2024 Knauss Fellows reflect on their experiences in the executive branch. Read their thoughts by clicking here: caseagrant.ucsd.edu/news/no-bori...

Interested in learning more about the 2026 California Sea Grant State Fellowship? Join us for our informational webinar and application workshop this Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 12:00 pm PT! Register today at: bit.ly/2026StateFel...

This #NationalWildlifeWeek, we’re spotlighting species that play an important role in our ecosystems. First, the #OlympiaOyster. The only native oyster on the U.S. West Coast. #CASeaGrant researchers are studying ways to restore them through #conservation #aquaculture efforts.

Only a couple of weeks left to submit a letter of intent for the 2026 California Sea Grant Biennial Request for Proposals! Office hours will also be available tomorrow, Tuesday, March 25, from 9:00 - 10:00 AM PST. Learn more and register here: caseagrant.ucsd.edu/funding/2026...

Ocean waves don't stop at the border — and neither should coastal protection. A groundbreaking new report charts the path forward for US-Mexico coastal resilience. Read more at caseagrant.ucsd.edu/news/safegua...

Register for the California Artificial Reef Plan (CARP) Development Pre-Project Listening Sessions. The first one is tomorrow! Register today at: wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation...

New research from California Sea Grant reveals endangered coho salmon use diverse migration strategies — creating a natural "portfolio effect" that helps stabilize their populations. Read the full story here: caseagrant.ucsd.edu/news/coho-sa...

Please consider adding your name to California Sea Grant’s sign-on letter to your congressional delegation and sharing this request with your networks and any individuals or organizations who have benefited from the work of California Sea Grant. Thank you! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

There may be plenty of fish in the sea, but you can use these for your special catch, or to cast a wide net! Download and share these special California Sea Grant #valentines by going here: tinyurl.com/CASG2025Vale... ❤️ #ValentinesDay #Ocean #SeaGrant

California Sea Grant is excited to welcome Simona Augyte as our new Aquaculture Extension Specialist! Learn more about her here: caseagrant.ucsd.edu/news/califor...

Only Two Weeks Left to Apply for the 2026 John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship Program! Apply by Feb 19, 2025 by going here: caseagrant.ucsd.edu/funding/2026...

The National Working Waterfronts Network conference kicks off today with a tour of our working fishing harbors along San Diego Bay. California Sea Grant is proud to host this meeting and welcomes attendees from across the country! #seagrant #sandiegobay #workingwaterfront

You are invited to celebrate Love Your Wetlands Day 2025 at UC San Diego’s Kendall-Frost Marsh Reserve in Mission Bay on Saturday, February 1st, 2025, from 9 am to 2 pm. Register for free at: sites.ucsd.edu/lywd/