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FISfish Case Study 2 - Hard Clam (Mercenaria spp.)

Aquaculture in Forida, USA: Geographic Information System Applications to Lease Site Selection

Document format: pdf

Publisher: Food and Agriculture Organization

Creation date: 2004

The general problem, or aim of the study, and the contribution of GIS, remote sensing and/or mapping to the solving the problem: Hard clam (Mercenaria) aquaculture is a rapidly growing industry in Florida waters, and new coastal areas are continually being utilized for this activity. Our goal was to develop a data driven method for identifying areas most suitable for hard clam aquaculture and that included consideration of biology, logistics, management, and compatibility with alternative uses. Because hard clam aquaculture also is developing in other areas of the USA, and because similar bivalve aquaculture operations are developing or in operation in various areas throughout the world, our methodology was designed to be easily transferred to other areas and other species. Ultimately, an integrated and GIS-based approach to lease site selection should be considered a prerequisite for all marine aquaculture operations.

Key Words: UN • FAO • Clam • Mercenaria • Florida • GIS • Coastal Zone Management